Pigeon Lake, located in Itasca County, Minnesota, is a serene body of water created by the Pigeon Flowage.
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Humidity
This man-made lake was formed in 1937 with the construction of a gravity dam that stands at a height of 9 feet and spans 27 feet in length. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2009.
Managed by the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Pigeon Lake offers a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a drainage area fed by the Pigeon Flowage, this lake provides a vital habitat for local wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, the dam at Pigeon Lake continues to operate efficiently with no major concerns reported during inspections.
Surrounded by the natural beauty of Minnesota, Pigeon Lake stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management and engineering ingenuity. As a federally-owned and maintained site, the lake remains a picturesque destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature while appreciating the careful balance of human intervention and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
27 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
PIGEON FLOWAGE |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Mississippi River Near Bemidji
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169cfs |
Mississippi River At Grand Rapids
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639cfs |
Prairie River Near Taconite
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63cfs |
Big Fork River At Big Falls
|
169cfs |
Red Lake River Near Red Lake
|
385cfs |
Straight River Near Park Rapids
|
46cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Deer Lake
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North Deer Lake Campground
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West Seelye Bay
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West Seelye Bay Campground
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East Seelye Bay Campground
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East Seelye Bay
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