Brekke Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Nielsville Spokely Farms Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Brekke Pond, also known as Nielsville-Saddle, is a privately-owned irrigation reservoir located in East Grand Forks, Minnesota.
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Summary
Constructed in 1960 by the NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Brekke Pond is irrigation, serving the surrounding agricultural lands in Polk County.
Situated along the Red River-TR, Brekke Pond plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the local community, particularly during dry periods. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been inspected since 1996. Despite its condition being marked as "Not Rated," the reservoir continues to support the agricultural activities in the region.
As a key infrastructure for water management in the area, Brekke Pond remains a valuable resource for sustaining agricultural operations and ensuring water availability for irrigation. While it may not have undergone recent inspections or assessments, its role in supporting the local economy and water supply highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring this essential water resource in Polk County, Minnesota.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
RED RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sand Hill River At Climax
|
36cfs |
Marsh River Near Shelly
|
2cfs |
Red River Of The North At Halstad
|
810cfs |
Goose River At Hillsboro
|
27cfs |
Red River Of The North Near Thompson
|
1020cfs |
Red Lake River At Fisher
|
596cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Brekke Pond