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DANIELS POND

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March 23, 2025


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Daniels Pond, located in St. Louis County, Minnesota, is a privately owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 580 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is listed as "Other," with a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of August 2017.

The dam's spillway is of the controlled type, and the outlet gates are uncontrolled. With a maximum discharge of 260 cubic feet per second, the dam serves to control water flow on the Vermilion River-TR. Despite its low hazard potential, risk assessments classify Daniels Pond as having a very high risk level, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and management measures. The dam is inspected every 8 years, with the last assessment conducted in August 2017, ensuring its continued safety and reliability in the face of variable climate conditions. Passionate water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by the intricate details and critical role of Daniels Pond in water management within the region.

Year_Completed 1973
Dam_Height 10
River_Or_Stream VERMILION RIVER-TR
Dam_Length 580
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 25
Drainage_Area 1.5
Nid_Storage 150
Structural_Height 12
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 12
       

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