Miller Estate Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Miller Estate 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 | 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 78 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00854 |
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
G.O. Miller Family Farms, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller Estate Farm Pond?
Miller Estate 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 Miller Estate Farm Pond?
Miller Estate Farm Pond is owned by G.O. Miller Family Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller Estate Farm Pond built?
Miller Estate 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 Miller Estate Farm Pond?
Miller Estate 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 Miller Estate Farm Pond?
Miller Estate Farm Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Miller Estate Farm Pond last inspected?
Miller Estate Farm Pond was last inspected on May 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.