Buesgens Pond

Chaska Creek-TR· Carver, Minnesota· Built 1978· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Buesgens Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN)
Dam Length195 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge40 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDMN00837

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 9, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Buesgens, Ray

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Buesgens Pond?

Buesgens 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 Buesgens Pond?

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

When was Buesgens Pond built?

Buesgens 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 Buesgens Pond?

Buesgens 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 Buesgens Pond?

Buesgens 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 Buesgens Pond last inspected?

Buesgens Pond was last inspected on August 9, 2016. 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.