Nesvold-Tesch Saddle

Crow River-TR· Carver, Minnesota· Built 2000· Earth· 4 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle is classified as unknown in Minnesota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 4 ft (taller than 0.3% in MN)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge20 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDMN01395

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 23, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Tesch, Silas ('Si')

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nesvold-Tesch Saddle?

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Nesvold-Tesch Saddle?

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle is owned by Tesch, Silas ('Si') (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nesvold-Tesch Saddle built?

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Nesvold-Tesch Saddle?

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Nesvold-Tesch Saddle?

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle has a dam height of 4 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 Nesvold-Tesch Saddle last inspected?

Nesvold-Tesch Saddle was last inspected on November 23, 2015. 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.