Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00844 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Foley, Jerald & Katherine
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond?
Kass-Morgan Group Farm 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 Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond?
Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond is owned by Foley, Jerald & Katherine (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond built?
Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond?
Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond?
Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond has a dam height of 26 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 Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond last inspected?
Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond was last inspected on May 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.