Many Point Lake dam
Many Point Lake
Many Point Lake in Becker, Minnesota is a state-regulated body of water with a concrete gravity dam completed in 1938 by the WPA-C. The dam stands at 12 feet high and has a storage capacity of 8,000 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 3,200 acre-feet. The lake covers an area of 1,588 acres and has a drainage area of 40 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 700 cubic feet per second.
The Otter Tail River flows through Many Point Lake, which serves as a recreational spot for seasonal dwellings. The dam is primarily used for other purposes and is maintained by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR EWR) with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. Despite a fair condition assessment, the dam has a low hazard potential but a very high risk assessment due to its age and potential for failure. Overall, Many Point Lake offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the beauty of Minnesota's natural landscapes.
With its historical significance dating back to the Works Progress Administration era, Many Point Lake remains a vital water resource in the region. The controlled spillway and buttress core design of the dam ensure efficient water management, while the low hazard potential indicates a relatively safe environment for recreational activities. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the conservation and management of Many Point Lake serve as a testament to the importance of sustainable practices in preserving our natural ecosystems for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Many Point Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Straight River Near Park Rapids | 46 cfs | → |
| Wild Rice River At Twin Valley | 229 cfs | → |
| Buffalo River Near Hawley | 45 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 333 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Bemidji | 225 cfs | → |
| County Ditch 65 Near Maple Bay | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Many Point Lake.
Boat launches
- County Road 143 Becker County
- Pine Point
- Hoot Owl Lake Road 10405, Clearwater County
- Reservation Highway 22 12298, Clearwater County
- Sugar Maple Lane 29299, Becker County
- Mill Avenue Osage
Campgrounds
- Hungryman Lake- Two Inlets State Forest
- Hungryman Forest Campground
- Waterfront Park
- Wolf Lake City Campground
- Deer Park Lake Camp Site B10
- Long Lake County Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- The Outlet Of Lake Itasca To The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7
- The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7 To Lake Bemidji
- The Otter Tail Powerplant To Allen's Bay
More reservoirs
Track Many Point Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Many Point Lake
Where does the data for Many Point Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Many Point Lake.