Sugar Lake Impoundment is a federal-owned water resource located in Bena, Minnesota, within the Itasca County.
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Positioned along the Mississippi River-TR, this Earth dam stands at 14 feet high and has a storage capacity of 1,250 acre-feet. With a surface area of 67 acres, it serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other', highlighting its unique contribution to the region's water management.
Although the dam's hazard potential is rated as 'Low' and its condition assessment remains 'Not Rated', the structure has not been inspected in recent years. Despite this, its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps are currently not available. With its distance of 10 miles from the city and the absence of state regulation, Sugar Lake Impoundment represents a significant water resource within the St. Paul District, inviting further exploration by water resource and climate enthusiasts to understand its impact and potential for sustainable management.
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
MISSISSIPPI RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
67 |
Nid Storage |
1250 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Mississippi River Near Bemidji
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169cfs |
Mississippi River At Grand Rapids
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633cfs |
Prairie River Near Taconite
|
63cfs |
Straight River Near Park Rapids
|
46cfs |
Red Lake River Near Red Lake
|
385cfs |
Big Fork River At Big Falls
|
169cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Winnie
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Winnie Campground
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Knutson Dam Campground
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Knutson Dam
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Bimijiwan (formerly Knutson Dam) recreation area
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Camp Cassaway
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