Zerbe Pond

Money Creek-TR· Winona, Minnesota· Built 1979· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Zerbe Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 80.4% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge434 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDMN00908

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: May 9, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Zerbe, James

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Zerbe Pond?

Zerbe 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 Zerbe Pond?

Zerbe Pond is owned by Zerbe, James (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Zerbe Pond built?

Zerbe Pond was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Zerbe Pond?

Zerbe 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 Zerbe Pond?

Zerbe Pond has a dam height of 29 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 Zerbe Pond last inspected?

Zerbe Pond was last inspected on May 9, 2017. 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.