Holman Clear Water Pond

Swan River-OS· Itasca, Minnesota· Built 2012· Earth· 49 ft tall
Low Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Holman Clear Water Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Height 49 ft (taller than 96.1% in MN)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage360 acre-ft
Normal Storage360 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2012 (14 years old)
Year Modified2012
NID IDMN01626

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: June 2, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Magnetation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holman Clear Water Pond?

Holman Clear Water 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 Holman Clear Water Pond?

Holman Clear Water Pond is owned by Magnetation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Holman Clear Water Pond built?

Holman Clear Water Pond was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Holman Clear Water Pond?

Holman Clear Water Pond serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Holman Clear Water Pond?

Holman Clear Water Pond has a dam height of 49 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 Holman Clear Water Pond last inspected?

Holman Clear Water Pond was last inspected on June 2, 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.