Highwater Ethanol is a private ethanol plant located in Lamberton, Minnesota, along the Pell Creek. With a dam completed in 2015 for water supply purposes, the facility has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2017. Managed by DRG Engineering, the dam has a height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 103 acre-feet, serving as a vital resource for the plant's operations.

The dam at Highwater Ethanol plays a crucial role in supporting the facility's water supply needs, with a normal storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.4 acres. The structure is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement standards. Despite its small drainage area of 0.01 square miles, the dam provides essential water resources for the plant's ethanol production operations.

Located in Redwood County, Minnesota, Highwater Ethanol's dam on Pell Creek enhances the facility's sustainability by securing a reliable water source. With Collin Peterson as the district's representative, the plant operates under state jurisdiction and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. As a key player in the region's ethanol industry, Highwater Ethanol exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate-conscious practices in the production of renewable energy.