Marquardt Pond

Pomme de Terre River-TR· Swift, Minnesota· Built 1971· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Marquardt Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge45 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDMN00289

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: July 20, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Marquardt, Byron

Private

Nearby Dams

Hegbert 13

Swift, MN

Low Hazard 20 ft

Horton 2

Stevens, MN

Low Hazard 21 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marquardt Pond?

Marquardt 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 Marquardt Pond?

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

When was Marquardt Pond built?

Marquardt Pond was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Marquardt Pond?

Marquardt Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Marquardt Pond?

Marquardt Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Marquardt Pond last inspected?

Marquardt Pond was last inspected on July 20, 2023. 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.