Crow Wing 5th Lake dam
Crow Wing 5th Lake
Crow Wing 5th Lake, located in Hubbard County, Minnesota, is a gravity dam constructed in 1938 with a primary purpose that falls under the category of 'Other.' Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, this dam on the Crow Wing River serves as a crucial water resource in the region. With a height of 9 feet and a capacity to store 6,664 acre-feet of water, it plays a significant role in regulating water flow and providing essential services to the local community.
Despite its age, Crow Wing 5th Lake is deemed to have a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition according to the last assessment conducted in 2009. The dam's inspection frequency is every 8 years, with the most recent inspection taking place in July 2018. With state regulatory agencies overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement, the dam is well-maintained and poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. Additionally, the dam has not been modified in recent years, indicating a stable and reliable structure that continues to fulfill its intended function for water resource management.
Crow Wing 5th Lake offers a glimpse into the intricate network of water infrastructure in Minnesota, showcasing the state's commitment to managing and safeguarding its valuable water resources. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like this dam play a crucial role in ensuring water security for both human and environmental needs. With its historical significance and ongoing functionality, Crow Wing 5th Lake stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate.
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 Crow Wing 5th Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Straight River Near Park Rapids | 44 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 354 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Bemidji | 281 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River Near Pillager | 1,260 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Brainerd | 3,260 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Crow Wing 5th Lake.
⚓ Boat launches
- Grouse Road 19800, Hubbard County
- County 109 Hubbard County
- Hubbard County
- Ten Mile Access Road Cass County
- 1st Street Southwest Menahga
- Mill Avenue Osage
⛺ Campgrounds
- Tree Farm Landing County Campgrounds
- Shell City Landing - Huntersville State Forest
- Huntersville Sf - Shell City Landing
- Huntersville Township
- Hunterville Township Campsite
- Akeley City Campground & Park
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →🛶 Paddle runs
- The Outlet Of Lake Itasca To The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7
- The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7 To Lake Bemidji
- The Otter Tail Powerplant To Allen's Bay
- Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish
- The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island
- Lake Winnigigoshish To Blackwater Lake
Track Crow Wing 5th Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Crow Wing 5th Lake
Where does the data for Crow Wing 5th 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 Crow Wing 5th Lake.