Located in Fillmore, Minnesota, Finseth Pond, also known as Buss Pond, is a private water resource managed by the USDA NRCS.
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This Earth dam, constructed in 1969, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Root River-TR. With a dam height of 24 feet and a length of 256 feet, this structure provides a storage capacity of 20.9 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 2.8 acre-feet.
Managed by the MNDNR EWR, Finseth Pond is regulated by the state of Minnesota and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and low hazard potential. With a moderate risk assessment rating, this water resource plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Finseth Pond remains a vital component of the local water infrastructure, showcasing the importance of effective water management practices for climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
256 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
ROOT RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
20.9 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Root River Near Pilot Mound
|
303cfs |
Root River Near Houston
|
472cfs |
South Fork Root River Near Houston
|
209cfs |
Upper Iowa River At Bluffton
|
264cfs |
South Fork Zumbro River At Rochester
|
85cfs |
Mississippi River At Winona
|
13700cfs |