Lawstuen Pond
Key Takeaway
Lawstuen Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 258 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00329 |
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
MNDNR-Forestry
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lawstuen Pond?
Lawstuen 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 Lawstuen Pond?
Lawstuen Pond is owned by MNDNR-Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lawstuen Pond built?
Lawstuen Pond was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Lawstuen Pond?
Lawstuen 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 Lawstuen Pond?
Lawstuen 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 Lawstuen Pond last inspected?
Lawstuen Pond was last inspected on April 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.