Jordan Mill Pond

Sand Creek· Scott, Minnesota· Built 2000· Gravity· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Jordan Mill Pond is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 70.7% in MN)
Dam Length80 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDMN00535

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 29, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

City of Jordan

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jordan Mill Pond?

Jordan Mill Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Jordan Mill Pond?

Jordan Mill Pond is owned by City of Jordan (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jordan Mill Pond built?

Jordan Mill Pond was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Jordan Mill Pond?

Jordan Mill Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jordan Mill Pond?

Jordan Mill Pond has a dam height of 24 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 Jordan Mill Pond last inspected?

Jordan Mill Pond was last inspected on March 29, 2021. 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.