Schweiger Pond
Key Takeaway
Schweiger Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1982 |
| NID ID | MN00935 |
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
Schweiger, Burt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schweiger Pond?
Schweiger 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 Schweiger Pond?
Schweiger Pond is owned by Schweiger, Burt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schweiger Pond built?
Schweiger Pond was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Schweiger Pond?
Schweiger Pond 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 Schweiger Pond?
Schweiger Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Schweiger Pond last inspected?
Schweiger Pond was last inspected on August 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.