Schlieman Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Marquardt Pond Berthold Koosmann
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schlieman Pond, located in Appleton, Minnesota, is a privately-owned Earth dam constructed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
With a dam height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet, this pond serves as a crucial water resource in the region. Situated on the TR-Pomme de Terre river, Schlieman Pond has a drainage area of 0.09 square miles and a maximum discharge of 100 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Schlieman Pond has not been inspected or assessed for its condition. The pond features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, indicating a need for proper monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. With its strategic location and valuable water storage capacity, Schlieman Pond plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the Swift County area.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POMME DE TERRE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pomme De Terre River At Appleton
|
237cfs |
Chippewa River Near Milan
|
624cfs |
Yellow Bank River Near Odessa
|
100cfs |
Minnesota River Near Lac Qui Parle
|
1190cfs |
Minnesota River At Ortonville
|
108cfs |
Chippewa River Near Watson
|
450cfs |
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.
Schlieman Pond