Plymouth Creek Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Plymouth Creek Pond, located in Plymouth, Minnesota, is a vital part of the local flood risk reduction infrastructure.


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Summary

Managed by the local government, this concrete dam stands at a height of 9 feet and has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. With a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 4.4 square miles, Plymouth Creek Pond plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding.

The dam, primarily designed for flood risk reduction, has been assessed to be in fair condition with a low hazard potential. While the last inspection took place in October 2012, the structure is regularly monitored, with inspections scheduled every 8 years to ensure its continued effectiveness. Its location on Plymouth Creek, in the Hennepin County of Minnesota, highlights the importance of this dam in managing water resources and climate-related risks in the region.

As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency and intensity of storms, infrastructure like Plymouth Creek Pond becomes even more critical in safeguarding communities from potential flooding. With its state-regulated status and history of effective flood risk reduction, Plymouth Creek Pond serves as a model for sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate.

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

PLYMOUTH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

8

Drainage Area

4.4

Nid Storage

150

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

9
       
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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. 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.