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Morristown Pond, located in Morristown, Minnesota, is a man-made reservoir on the Cannon River with a primary purpose that falls under "Other." The dam, constructed in 1937, is a gravity structure with a height of 10.2 feet and a length of 124 feet. The reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a normal storage of 100 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 60 acres.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Morristown Pond is state-regulated with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2014. In terms of risk assessment, the reservoir is considered to have a moderate risk level. The surrounding area is at a moderate risk level as well, with no specific risk management measures mentioned in the data.
With its picturesque location on the Cannon River and the structural integrity of its gravity dam, Morristown Pond serves as a vital water resource for the community. Despite its low hazard potential, continued monitoring and management are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of this valuable asset in Rice County, Minnesota.
Year_Completed | 1937 |
Dam_Height | 10.2 |
River_Or_Stream | CANNON RIVER |
Dam_Length | 124 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
Surface_Area | 60 |
Hydraulic_Height | 5.8 |
Drainage_Area | 243 |
Nid_Storage | 150 |
Structural_Height | 11 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 11 |
FOURMILE CREEK AT DES MOINES | 43cfs |
DES MOINES RIVER BLW RACCOON RIV AT DES MOINES | 4210cfs |
DES MOINES RIVER AT 2ND AVENUE | 2820cfs |
DES MOINES RIVER NEAR PELLA | 5700cfs |
SOUTH RACCOON RIVER AT REDFIELD | 423cfs |
WALNUT CREEK AT DES MOINES | 42cfs |
RACCOON RIVER AT FLEUR DRIVE | 2390cfs |