Balsam Lake

Becker County, Minnesota (near RICHWOOD)

River/Stream: Buffalo River-TR

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
9 ft
Dam Length
50 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,435 acre-ft
Year Completed
1964
Primary Purpose
Fish and Wildlife Pond
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
30 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MN00621
State
Minnesota (MN)
Coordinates
46.95723, -95.68243
Age
62 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.