Henry Pond
Key Takeaway
Henry Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 66 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00839 |
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
Henry, Wallace
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henry Pond?
Henry 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 Henry Pond?
Henry Pond is owned by Henry, Wallace (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry Pond built?
Henry Pond was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Henry Pond?
Henry 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 Henry Pond?
Henry 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 Henry Pond last inspected?
Henry Pond was last inspected on March 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.