Myers Pond
Key Takeaway
Myers Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 371 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00440 |
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
Hanson, Robert;Myers, Helen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Myers Pond?
Myers 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 Myers Pond?
Myers Pond is owned by Hanson, Robert;Myers, Helen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Myers Pond built?
Myers Pond was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Myers Pond?
Myers 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 Myers Pond?
Myers 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 Myers Pond last inspected?
Myers Pond was last inspected on April 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.