Hubbel Pond dam
Hubbel Pond
Hubbel Pond, located in Rochert, Minnesota, is a state-regulated water resource managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Constructed in 1933 by the WPA-DI, this Earth-type dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Otter Tail River. With a dam height of 9 feet and a hydraulic height of 6 feet, Hubbel Pond has a storage capacity of 3,200 acre-feet, providing essential water management for the surrounding area.
The dam at Hubbel Pond has a low hazard potential and is considered to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in August 2016. The structure's design includes a buttress core and stands at a structural height of 14 feet, with a length of 30 feet. The reservoir's normal storage capacity is 1,920 acre-feet, supporting water supply and flood control for the region. The site is located in Becker County, within the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, under the jurisdiction of the MNDNR EWR.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the history and management of Hubbel Pond will find a unique case study in flood risk reduction and water storage in Minnesota. With a long history of serving the community and a robust regulatory framework in place for inspection and enforcement, Hubbel Pond stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns. The site's location along the Otter Tail River adds to its ecological significance, providing a vital habitat for local wildlife and supporting the overall health of the watershed.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hubbel Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Straight River Near Park Rapids | 46 cfs | → |
| Buffalo River Near Hawley | 61 cfs | → |
| Otter Tail River Near Elizabeth | 334 cfs | → |
| Wild Rice River At Twin Valley | 177 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 349 cfs | → |
| South Branch Buffalo River At Sabin | 66 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hubbel Pond.
Boat launches
- Heartland Trail Detroit Lakes
- Valley View Road 31379, Becker County
- Frazee
- West Lake Drive Detroit Lakes
- West Lake Drive 1360, Detroit Lakes
- Sugar Maple Lane 29299, Becker County
Campgrounds
- American Legion Park - Detroit Lakes
- Waterfront Park
- Wolf Lake City Campground
- Maplewood State Park
- Maplewood State Park Campground
- Hungryman Lake- Two Inlets State Forest
Fishing spots
Track Hubbel Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hubbel Pond
Where does the data for Hubbel Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hubbel Pond.