Dams in Cook County, Minnesota
3Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Cook County, Minnesota
Cook County has 3 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Cook County is 53 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is South Fowl Lake at 17 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Fowl Lake | Low | Poor | 17 | Other | 1934 |
| Devil Track | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | 1987 |
| Dutchman Lake | Low | 10 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1996 |