Hesse F Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hesse F Pond, located in Shakopee, Minnesota, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at 11 feet tall and has a length of 60 feet. With a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.2 square miles, Hesse F Pond plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Maintained by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Hesse F Pond is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, this pond is considered to be in good working order. In case of emergencies, however, its risk assessment is moderate, highlighting the need for proper risk management measures to be in place.

Located along the Minnesota River, Hesse F Pond not only supports local fish and wildlife populations but also serves as a vital component in the overall water management infrastructure of Carver County. With its controlled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates, this pond demonstrates a commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable water resource management in the region.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

60

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

MINNESOTA RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

65

Structural Height

11

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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. 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

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, 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.