Biermaier Pond
Key Takeaway
Biermaier Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00262 |
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
Biermaier, Theodore
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Biermaier Pond?
Biermaier 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 Biermaier Pond?
Biermaier Pond is owned by Biermaier, Theodore (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Biermaier Pond built?
Biermaier Pond was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Biermaier Pond?
Biermaier 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 Biermaier Pond?
Biermaier Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Biermaier Pond last inspected?
Biermaier Pond was last inspected on August 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.