In 1912, a dam was constructed on the Little Saskatchewan River in Minnedosa to provide hydroelectric power to the town. It failed in 1948, flooding Minnedosa, and the present spillway was built in 1951 to replace it.
Minnedosa Dam (May 2021)
Source: George Penner
Minnedosa Dam (October 2024)
Source: Rose Kuzina
Minnedosa Dam (October 2024)
Source: Rose KuzinaSite Coordinates (lat/long): N50.25461, W99.82318
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Historic Sites of Manitoba: Manitoba Power Commission Powerhouse (Minnedosa)
Historic Sites of Manitoba: Little Saskatchewan River Generating Station (Little Saskatchewan River, RM of Whitehead)
Memorable Manitobans: Patrick Joseph “Paddy” McDermott (1856-1938)
We thank Rose Kuzina for providing additional information used here.
This page was prepared by George Penner.
Page revised: 5 April 2025
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