Ames Mill Dam - Northfield, MN.
N 44° 27.375 W 093° 09.673
15T E 487173 N 4922562
This dam can be found as South Water Street crosses the Cannon River in Northfield, Minnesota.
Waymark Code: WMFF3B
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 10/09/2012
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The Ames Mill Dam was originally constructed of wood in 1855. It was later rebuilt in 1919 out of concrete. It was used to power the Ames Flour Mill (now owned by Malt-O-Meal) but no longer serves any functional purpose.
Because of this, as well as safety and environmental concerns, it's days are probably numbered. Like many old dams today, it would cost less to remove than to try and maintain it.
Waterway where the dam is located: Cannon River
Main use of the Water Dam: Hydroelectric Power Production
Material used in the structure: Concrete
Height of Dam: 6 feet (approximately)
Date built: 01/01/1855
Motor Sports Allowed: no
Fishing Allowed: Not Listed
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