Bennet Group Pond
Key Takeaway
Bennet Group Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 344 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 760 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00345 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bennet, James
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bennet Group Pond?
Bennet Group Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bennet Group Pond?
Bennet Group Pond is owned by Bennet, James (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bennet Group Pond built?
Bennet Group Pond was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bennet Group Pond?
Bennet Group Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bennet Group Pond?
Bennet Group Pond has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bennet Group Pond last inspected?
Bennet Group Pond was last inspected on May 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.