Dams in Koochiching County, Minnesota
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Koochiching County, Minnesota
Koochiching County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Koochiching County is 69 years old. The most common purpose is tailings. The tallest dam is International Falls at 29 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Hill Mine Pit | Significant | Poor | 18 | Tailings | |
| International Falls | Low | Satisfactory | 29 | Hydroelectric | 1909 |
| Koochiching Wetland | Low | Satisfactory | 20 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1972 |
| Nett Lake | Low | Not Available | 14 | 1987 | |
| Clear Dark Little Lakes | Low | Fair | 7 | Other | 1958 |