Lake Emily, located in Crow Wing, Minnesota, is a gravity dam with a primary purpose listed as "Other." Built in 1939, the dam stands at 11 feet tall and spans 36 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 9422 acre-feet. With a normal storage of 7403 acre-feet and a surface area of 694 acres, the dam serves the Little Pine River and covers a drainage area of 68 square miles. Despite its age, Lake Emily has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2013.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Lake Emily's dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 1300 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for the dam is very high, with a ranking of 1, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The surrounding area boasts a scenic landscape, making Lake Emily a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the intersection of nature and engineering in this man-made reservoir.