Herwig Pond

Spring Brook· Kanabec, Minnesota· Built 1967· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Herwig Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 53.5% in MN)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDMN00274

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: October 21, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Herwig, Erma

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Herwig Pond?

Herwig 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 Herwig Pond?

Herwig Pond is owned by Herwig, Erma (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Herwig Pond built?

Herwig Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Herwig Pond?

Herwig 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 Herwig Pond?

Herwig Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Herwig Pond last inspected?

Herwig Pond was last inspected on October 21, 2016. 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.