Pelican Lake
Pelican Lake is a dam located in Grant County, Minnesota, built in 1937. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Pelican Lake
The primary purpose of Pelican Lake is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Mndnr (state). It impounds the Pomme De Terre River near Ashby.
The dam stands 9 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 3,285 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 3,285 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 77 square miles. Completed in 1937, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 06/14/2023.
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Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Grant |
| Nearest City | Ashby |
| River/Stream | Pomme De Terre River |
| Coordinates | 46.07429, -95.81686 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 3,285 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3,285 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,285 acres |
| Drainage Area | 77 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | MNDNR |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 06/14/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MN01305 |
| Federal ID | MN01305 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |