Pletsch Pond
Key Takeaway
Pletsch Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 291 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00437 |
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
Walkes, Connie & Robert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pletsch Pond?
Pletsch 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 Pletsch Pond?
Pletsch Pond is owned by Walkes, Connie & Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pletsch Pond built?
Pletsch Pond was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Pletsch Pond?
Pletsch 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 Pletsch Pond?
Pletsch 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 Pletsch Pond last inspected?
Pletsch Pond was last inspected on April 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.