Located in Whalan, Minnesota, Copeman Pond is a private earth dam constructed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction purposes along the TR-Rice Creek. With a structural height of 27 feet and a length of 300 feet, the pond has a maximum storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and covers an area of 1 acre. Its spillway, at 24 feet wide, is uncontrolled, and the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential.

Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, Copeman Pond has not undergone a formal condition assessment and is currently not rated. The pond's emergency action plan status and its adherence to guidelines are unknown, and there are no inundation maps prepared for potential risk assessment. Despite these uncertainties, Copeman Pond remains an essential resource for flood risk reduction in the region, showcasing the importance of proper management and monitoring of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.