Cheri Pond

Carver River-TR· Carver, Minnesota· Built 2001· Earth· 6 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Cheri Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 1.9% in MN)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage138 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDMN01354

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 1, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDOT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cheri Pond?

Cheri 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 Cheri Pond?

Cheri Pond is owned by MNDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cheri Pond built?

Cheri Pond was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Cheri Pond?

Cheri Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cheri Pond?

Cheri 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 Cheri Pond last inspected?

Cheri Pond was last inspected on August 1, 2023. 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.