Richards Group Pond
Key Takeaway
Richards Group Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00346 |
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
Richards, Robert
Private
Nearby Dams
Crooked Creek R-4
Houston, MN
Significant Hazard 46 ftMississippi River Lock and Dam 8
Houston, WI
Significant Hazard 30 ftWinnebago 1
Houston, MN
Low Hazard 29 ftCrooked Creek R-3
Houston, MN
Low Hazard 50 ftCrooked Creek R-2
Houston, MN
Significant Hazard 48 ftWinnebago 35b
Houston, MN
Low Hazard 23 ftWinnebago 35c
Houston, MN
Low Hazard 30 ftCrooked Creek S1-B
Houston, MN
Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Richards Group Pond?
Richards Group 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 Richards Group Pond?
Richards Group Pond is owned by Richards, Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richards Group Pond built?
Richards Group Pond was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Richards Group Pond?
Richards Group 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 Richards Group Pond?
Richards Group Pond has a dam height of 26 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 Richards Group Pond last inspected?
Richards Group Pond was last inspected on July 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.