Christianson Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Christianson Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 66.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 51 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00856 |
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
Utke, Kathleen & Christianson, D
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Christianson Farm Pond?
Christianson Farm 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 Christianson Farm Pond?
Christianson Farm Pond is owned by Utke, Kathleen & Christianson, D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christianson Farm Pond built?
Christianson Farm Pond was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Christianson Farm Pond?
Christianson Farm 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 Christianson Farm Pond?
Christianson Farm Pond has a dam height of 22 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 Christianson Farm Pond last inspected?
Christianson Farm Pond was last inspected on March 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.