Butler Pond
Key Takeaway
Butler Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 301 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | MN01588 |
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
County of Dakota
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Butler Pond?
Butler 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 Butler Pond?
Butler Pond is owned by County of Dakota (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Butler Pond built?
Butler Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Butler Pond?
Butler 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 Butler Pond?
Butler 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 Butler Pond last inspected?
Butler Pond was last inspected on July 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.