Dvorak F Pond
Key Takeaway
Dvorak F Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00278 |
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
Dvorak, Anton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dvorak F Pond?
Dvorak F 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 Dvorak F Pond?
Dvorak F Pond is owned by Dvorak, Anton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dvorak F Pond built?
Dvorak F Pond was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Dvorak F Pond?
Dvorak F 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 Dvorak F Pond?
Dvorak F Pond has a dam height of 9 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 Dvorak F Pond last inspected?
Dvorak F Pond was last inspected on March 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.