Coon Rapids History - The Coon Rapids Dam
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Construction history of the Rapids hydroelectric power dam
Social impact and development of the dam village
Operational timeline of the power plant (1914-1966)
Transition of the dam site into a regional park
People (2)
Stuart W. LeairSuperintendent
Managed construction of the dam and served as superintendent for over 25 years.
WH LelantBuyer
Purchased the structures of the dam village after construction concluded.
Places Mentioned
Rapids hydroelectric power damAnoka CountyHenipin CountyRapids Dam Regional Park
Events & Meetings (7)
- January 1913: Construction of Rapids hydroelectric power dam began
- August 1, 1914: Power plant entered into service
- December 1913: Construction work reached near-completion
- 1966: Northern States Power Company discontinued plant operation
- 1969: Transfer of land to Henipin County Park Reserve District
- 1977: Construction of the walkway over the dam
- 1978: Construction of the visitor center