Stakkelhouse Lake dam
Stakkelhouse Lake
Stakkelhouse Lake, also known as St. Patrick Lake, is a privately owned water resource located in Becker County, Minnesota. The dam at Stakkelhouse Lake was designed by Carl Nedberge and completed in 1953, serving primarily for purposes other than flood control or water supply. The gravity dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a length of 32 feet, with a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet.
Situated near Detroit Lakes and the Pelican River, Stakkelhouse Lake offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates to explore. The dam's low hazard potential and fair condition assessment make it a reliable structure for maintaining the lake's water levels. While not regulated by the state or federal agencies, the dam's emergency action plan status remains undisclosed, hinting at potential improvements in disaster preparedness.
With its picturesque location and historical significance, Stakkelhouse Lake is a hidden gem in the heart of Minnesota. As a privately owned water resource, it provides a glimpse into the region's water management practices and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for environmental conservation. Whether for recreational activities or educational purposes, Stakkelhouse Lake stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence between human development and natural ecosystems.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Stakkelhouse Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo River Near Hawley | 52 cfs | → |
| Otter Tail River Near Elizabeth | 358 cfs | → |
| Straight River Near Park Rapids | 44 cfs | → |
| Wild Rice River At Twin Valley | 255 cfs | → |
| South Branch Buffalo River At Sabin | 88 cfs | → |
| Buffalo River Near Dilworth | 162 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stakkelhouse Lake.
⚓ Boat launches
- Heartland Trail Detroit Lakes
- West Lake Drive Detroit Lakes
- West Lake Drive 1360, Detroit Lakes
- Valley View Road 31379, Becker County
- Frazee
- County Highway 22 20820, Lake Eunice
⛺ Campgrounds
- American Legion Park - Detroit Lakes
- Waterfront Park
- Wolf Lake City Campground
- Sherin Memorial City Campground
- Sherin Memorial Park/Campground
- Maplewood State Park
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →Track Stakkelhouse Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Stakkelhouse Lake
Where does the data for Stakkelhouse Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Stakkelhouse Lake.