Canby Lake Pond
Key Takeaway
Canby Lake Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 1.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00151 |
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
City of Canby
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Canby Lake Pond?
Canby Lake 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 Canby Lake Pond?
Canby Lake Pond is owned by City of Canby (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Canby Lake Pond built?
Canby Lake Pond was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Canby Lake Pond?
Canby Lake 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 Canby Lake Pond?
Canby Lake Pond has a dam height of 6 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 Canby Lake Pond last inspected?
Canby Lake Pond was last inspected on March 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.