Kremer-Leinen-Goedtke Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Kremer-Leinen-Goedtke Pond, also known as Kramer Pond or Seward 29, is a privately owned earth dam located in Heron Lake, Minnesota.


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Summary

Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction measure along the Jack Creek-TR stream. With a height of 30 feet and a length of 650 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet, helping to mitigate potential flooding in the surrounding area.

Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Kremer-Leinen-Goedtke Pond is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam is classified as low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not undergone significant modifications since its construction, highlighting its reliability in flood risk reduction efforts. It is a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Nobles County, Minnesota.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts would be intrigued by the design and purpose of Kremer-Leinen-Goedtke Pond, as well as its role in mitigating flood risks in the region. With strong state regulation and enforcement in place, this earth dam stands as a testament to effective water management practices and serves as a valuable asset in protecting the local community from potential water-related hazards.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

JACK CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

2

Nid Storage

157

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.