Red Lake River dam
Red Lake River
The Red Lake River in Minnesota is a crucial water resource that plays a key role in the region's ecosystem and climate. While not regulated by the state, this river provides important benefits to the surrounding communities, including a low hazard potential and a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 500 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 350 acre-feet, the Red Lake River serves as a vital source of water for both human and environmental needs.
Owned by the DOI BIA and located in Clearwater County, Minnesota, the Red Lake River boasts a dam height of 14 feet and a spillway width of 0. Despite a lack of detailed information on its condition assessment, this river remains a critical component of the local landscape. With its low hazard potential and strategic location in the Omaha District, the Red Lake River is a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand and protect the region's natural treasures.
As enthusiasts and researchers delve deeper into the data surrounding the Red Lake River, they uncover a rich history and potential for further exploration. While the specifics of its construction and design remain unknown, the river's significance is undeniable. With a diverse array of purposes and a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet, the Red Lake River offers a compelling case study for studying the intersection of water resources and climate dynamics. As climate change continues to impact our planet, understanding and preserving vital water sources like the Red Lake River becomes increasingly important for ensuring the well-being of both human and natural communities.
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 Red Lake River -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Red Lake River Near Red Lake | 207 cfs | → |
| Red Lake River At High Landing Nr Goodridge | 254 cfs | → |
| Lost River At Oklee | 42 cfs | → |
| Clearwater River At Plummer | 84 cfs | → |
| Thief River Near Thief River Falls | 50 cfs | → |
| Clearwater River At Red Lake Falls | 205 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Red Lake River.
Boat launches
- Mn 1; Mn 89 Clearwater County
- Reservation Hwy 36 Clearwater County
- Lasley Road Beltrami County
- Mn 1; Mn 89 Beltrami County
- Wanakwew Road Beltrami County
- Mckenzie Road Red Lake
Campgrounds
- Clearbrook City Park
- Oklee City Park North
- Grygla Camping Area
- Ralph J. Klein City Park
- Tilberg Park
- Plummwe Park
Fishing spots
Track Red Lake River 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 Red Lake River
Where does the data for Red Lake River 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 Red Lake River.