Mack Pond
Key Takeaway
Mack Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 66.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | MN00473 |
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
Leibfried, Kevin & Judy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mack Pond?
Mack 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 Mack Pond?
Mack Pond is owned by Leibfried, Kevin & Judy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mack Pond built?
Mack Pond was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Mack Pond?
Mack 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 Mack Pond?
Mack Pond has a dam height of 22 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 Mack Pond last inspected?
Mack Pond was last inspected on March 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.