Schuester Pond
Key Takeaway
Schuester Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 101 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00482 |
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
Turner, Nancy & Rhode, Thomas
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schuester Pond?
Schuester 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 Schuester Pond?
Schuester Pond is owned by Turner, Nancy & Rhode, Thomas (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schuester Pond built?
Schuester Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Schuester Pond?
Schuester 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 Schuester Pond?
Schuester 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 Schuester Pond last inspected?
Schuester Pond was last inspected on November 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.