8Total Dams
2High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Dakota County, Minnesota
Dakota County has 8 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Dakota County is 90 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Kaposia Park at 79 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Lake | High | Not assessed | 21 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1983 |
| Lake Byllesby Perimeter Embankment | High | Satisfactory | 9 | Hydroelectric | 1911 |
| Kaposia Park | Significant | Satisfactory | 79 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1932 |
| Mississippi River Lock and Dam 2 | Significant | Not assessed | 42 | Navigation | 1931 |
| Black Dog Lake | Low | Not assessed | 25 | Water Supply | 1953 |
| Black Dog Lake West | Low | Not assessed | 25 | Water Supply | 1958 |
| Vermillion River | Low | Satisfactory | 14 | Hydroelectric | 1854 |
| Butler Pond | Low | Satisfactory | 11 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1965 |