Situated in Island Lake, Minnesota, Schweiger Pond is a privately owned Earth dam structure completed in 1930 for the primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife in the area.
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With a dam height of 10 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, the pond boasts a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres. The drainage area for the pond is approximately 1 square mile, with a maximum discharge of 30 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Schweiger Pond is regularly inspected and regulated to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, the pond poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. While the spillway type is uncontrolled, the pond has a moderate risk assessment rating, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Schweiger Pond's important role in supporting local wildlife and its contribution to the ecological balance in the St. Louis County area.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
CLOQUET RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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