Sterle Pool

Moose Horn River-TR· Carlton, Minnesota· Built 1990· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Sterle Pool is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDMN01540

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 26, 2008
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MNDNR-Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sterle Pool?

Sterle Pool 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 Sterle Pool?

Sterle Pool is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sterle Pool built?

Sterle Pool was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Sterle Pool?

Sterle Pool 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 Sterle Pool?

Sterle Pool 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 Sterle Pool last inspected?

Sterle Pool was last inspected on June 26, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.