Forbes Pond, located in Lyon, Minnesota, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1984 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on Meadow Creek. The dam has a height of 24 feet and a length of 910 feet, with a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a total storage of 149 acre-feet. Its spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 60 feet, and the dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition.

Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Forbes Pond is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam provides flood protection for the surrounding area, covering a drainage area of 400 acres and having a maximum discharge capacity of 347 cubic feet per second. With its stone core and soil foundation, Forbes Pond serves as a vital infrastructure for managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.

Despite its moderate risk assessment, Forbes Pond has not undergone recent modifications or emergency action plan updates. The dam's emergency preparedness, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not fully documented, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this important water resource infrastructure.