Webber Pond
Key Takeaway
Webber Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 384 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00744 |
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
Haas, Douglas Family LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Webber Pond?
Webber 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 Webber Pond?
Webber Pond is owned by Haas, Douglas Family LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Webber Pond built?
Webber Pond was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Webber Pond?
Webber 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 Webber Pond?
Webber Pond has a dam height of 30 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 Webber Pond last inspected?
Webber Pond was last inspected on November 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.