Loberg Pond dam
Loberg Pond
Loberg Pond, also known as Chester Loberg, is a private water resource located in Morrison County, Minnesota. The pond is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and is actively inspected and enforced for compliance with state regulations. Completed in 1969, the earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 64 acre-feet.
Situated along the Little Elk River-TR, Loberg Pond serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other.' The dam structure, with a length of 372 feet, has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in August 2017. The pond's drainage area is 0.9 square miles, and it has a maximum discharge capacity of 40 cubic feet per second. With its serene location in Randall, Minnesota, Loberg Pond offers an essential water source for the local ecosystem and contributes to the overall water management efforts in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Loberg Pond as a vital component of the watershed in Morrison County. As a privately owned facility with state oversight, the pond serves as an example of responsible water management practices. The low hazard potential and satisfactory condition of the dam highlight the importance of regular inspections and enforcement to ensure the safety and integrity of water infrastructure. By understanding and appreciating the role of Loberg Pond in the local environment, individuals can contribute to the preservation and sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Loberg Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Long Prairie River At Long Prairie | 176 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River Near Pillager | 1,190 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Royalton | 5,050 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Brainerd | 3,390 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 371 cfs | → |
| Sauk River Near St. Cloud | 597 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Loberg Pond.
⚓ Boat launches
- Dogwood Road Morrison County
- Forest Road 12950, Morrison County
- Pillager Dam Road Cass County
- Crow Wing County
- Sleepy Hollow Road Crow Wing County
- Riverwood Drive Belle Prairie
⛺ Campgrounds
- Deparcq Woods Military - Camp Ripley
- Clarissa City Park Campground
- Lake Pepin Public Access
- Crow Wing River - Alice B. Marsh
- Crow Wing River - Peter Card
- Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Group Site
🛶 Paddle runs
- Blanchard Dam To Ends One Mile Downstream From The Southern Village Boundary Of Rice
- The 25-Acre Island Just South Of Brainerd To Roscoe Island
- The Beaver Islands At St. Cloud To The Confluence Of The Clearwater River
- The Discharge Of The Flood Diversion Channel To Riverton
Track Loberg Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Loberg Pond
Where does the data for Loberg Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Loberg Pond.