Nesvold-Tesch Saddle dam
Nesvold-Tesch Saddle
Located in the picturesque city of Watertown, Minnesota, the Nesvold-Tesch Saddle is a privately owned Earth dam that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Constructed in 2000 by Peterson Consulting, this dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 200 feet in length, with a capacity to hold 200 acre-feet of water. Situated along the Crow River-TR, this structure plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the area.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk level, the Nesvold-Tesch Saddle is a vital component of the local water management system. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates ensure the safe release of excess water, while its condition is currently assessed as "not rated." Regular inspections are conducted to monitor its integrity, with the last inspection dating back to November 2015. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam continues to play a significant role in mitigating the risk of flooding and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.
In the heart of Carver County, Minnesota, the Nesvold-Tesch Saddle stands as a testament to effective water resource management and conservation efforts. With a focus on fish and wildlife preservation, this structure exemplifies the harmonious coexistence between human development and environmental stewardship. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, the Nesvold-Tesch Saddle serves as a beacon of resilience and adaptability in the face of evolving climatic conditions.
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 Nesvold-Tesch Saddle -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crow River At Rockford | 1,640 cfs | → |
| Minnesota River Near Jordan | 7,300 cfs | → |
| High Island Creek Near Henderson | 65 cfs | → |
| Elm Creek Nr Champlin | 23 cfs | → |
| Shingle Creek At Queen Ave In Minneapolis | 5 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Anoka | 8,090 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Nesvold-Tesch Saddle.
Boat launches
- Dakota Rail Regional Trail;Baker-Carver Regional Trail Minnetrista
- Merrywood Lane Minnetrista
- Lake Rebecca Mtb Single-Track Independence
- Campground Loop Medina
- Lake Trail Chanhassen
- County Road 19 Medina
Campgrounds
Track Nesvold-Tesch Saddle 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 Nesvold-Tesch Saddle
Where does the data for Nesvold-Tesch Saddle 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 Nesvold-Tesch Saddle.