Pankonin Pond
Key Takeaway
Pankonin Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 55.8% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01367 |
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
Pankonin, Christi
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pankonin Pond?
Pankonin 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 Pankonin Pond?
Pankonin Pond is owned by Pankonin, Christi (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pankonin Pond built?
Pankonin Pond 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 Pankonin Pond?
Pankonin 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 Pankonin Pond?
Pankonin Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Pankonin Pond last inspected?
Pankonin Pond was last inspected on March 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.