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Eagle Lake, located in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, is a gravity dam built in 1936 with a primary purpose of water resource management. The dam stands at a height of 8 feet and stretches 53 feet in length, containing a maximum storage capacity of 6,842 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 5,909 acre-feet, Eagle Lake serves as a vital water source for the surrounding area, covering a surface area of 358 acres and draining a watershed of 123 acres through Daggett Brook.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Eagle Lake's dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and safe operation. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is equipped with satisfactory safety measures and emergency protocols. The surrounding area benefits from the lake's regulated water flow, with the dam playing a crucial role in flood control and water supply management, ultimately contributing to the ecological health and sustainability of the region.
Eagle Lake's historical significance as a Works Progress Administration project and its ongoing role in water management make it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its picturesque setting and functional design, the dam at Eagle Lake stands as a testament to the importance of responsible water infrastructure in sustaining both natural ecosystems and human communities in Minnesota.
Year_Completed | 1936 |
Dam_Height | 6 |
River_Or_Stream | DAGGETT BROOK |
Dam_Length | 53 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
Surface_Area | 358 |
Hydraulic_Height | 2.2 |
Drainage_Area | 123 |
Nid_Storage | 6842 |
Structural_Height | 8 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 8 |
ELM CREEK NR CHAMPLIN | 17cfs |
LITTLE COTTONWOOD RIVER NEAR COURTLAND | 40cfs |
WATONWAN RIVER NEAR GARDEN CITY | 133cfs |
MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT ANOKA | 6460cfs |
HIGH ISLAND CREEK NEAR HENDERSON | 251cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER NEAR JORDAN | 3920cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MANKATO | 2930cfs |