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Pigeon Lake, located in Itasca County, Minnesota, is a serene body of water created by the Pigeon Flowage. 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_Height | 9 |
River_Or_Stream | PIGEON FLOWAGE |
Dam_Length | 27 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
Nid_Storage | 50 |
Structural_Height | 9 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 9 |
LITTLE COTTONWOOD RIVER NEAR COURTLAND | 40cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER NEAR JORDAN | 3920cfs |
CROW RIVER AT ROCKFORD | 630cfs |
WATONWAN RIVER NEAR GARDEN CITY | 133cfs |
HIGH ISLAND CREEK NEAR HENDERSON | 251cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MANKATO | 2930cfs |
COTTONWOOD RIVER NEAR NEW ULM | 334cfs |