Linder F Pond

Snake River-TR· Kanabec, Minnesota· Built 1975· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Linder F Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage111 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge272 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDMN00833

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 20, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Linder, Ernest

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Linder F Pond?

Linder F 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 Linder F Pond?

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

When was Linder F Pond built?

Linder F 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 Linder F Pond?

Linder F 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 Linder F Pond?

Linder F Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Linder F Pond last inspected?

Linder F Pond was last inspected on October 20, 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.