LOWER RED LAKE NR RED LAKE
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Lower Red Lake is located in northern Minnesota and is the largest natural freshwater lake in the state. It has a rich history with the Ojibwe tribe, who have fished and hunted in the area for centuries. The lake is fed by the Red Lake River and other smaller streams, and has an extensive wetland complex that helps filter the water. The area also receives significant snowfall in the winter, which contributes to the lake's water levels. Agricultural activities in the area include corn, soybeans, and wheat production. Recreational uses of the lake include fishing, boating, and camping. The lake has been the focus of conservation efforts to improve water quality and protect sensitive habitats, such as the wild rice beds that grow in the shallows.
July 26, 2024
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| Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | -0.11% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
72.38 ft
2012-10-05 |
| Maximum |
77.03 ft
2011-06-22 |
| Average | 75 ft |
| Dam_Height | 15 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 13 |
| Drainage_Area | 1921 |
| Year_Completed | 1931 |
| Nid_Storage | 3428000 |
| River_Or_Stream | RED LAKE RIVER |
| Structural_Height | 17 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Foundations | Soil |
| Surface_Area | 288640 |
| Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 4 |
| Dam_Length | 36500 |
| Hazard_Potential | Low |
| Nid_Height | 17 |
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