Bohmer F Pond

Mud Creek-TR· Pope, Minnesota· Built 1978· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Bohmer F Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 57.4% in MN)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage146 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge272 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDMN00722

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 30, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Bohmer, David

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bohmer F Pond?

Bohmer F 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 Bohmer F Pond?

Bohmer F Pond is owned by Bohmer, David (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bohmer F Pond built?

Bohmer F Pond was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Bohmer F Pond?

Bohmer F Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bohmer F Pond?

Bohmer F Pond has a dam height of 18 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 Bohmer F Pond last inspected?

Bohmer F Pond was last inspected on August 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.