Schuester Pond dam
Schuester Pond
Schuester Pond, located in Minnesota, is a privately owned water resource managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Built in 1967, this Earth dam structure stands 20 feet tall and spans 240 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. The pond serves multiple purposes, including flood control and water conservation, with its primary source being the Trout Brook.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Schuester Pond is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to moderate risk, prompting a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With a designated emergency action plan frequency of 8 years, the pond's risk management measures are under constant review to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both water resource and climate enthusiasts.
In the event of an emergency, Schuester Pond's emergency action plan is designed to meet guidelines and provide accurate inundation maps. With a designated emergency contact list, the pond's risk management measures are tailored to address any potential hazards effectively. Overall, Schuester Pond offers a balance between water resource management and environmental stewardship, making it a valuable asset in Washington County, Minnesota.
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 Schuester Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kinnickinnic River Near River Falls | 91 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Below L&D #2 At Hastings | 17,800 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Prescott | 22,200 cfs | → |
| Willow River @ Willow R State Park Nr Burkhardt | 130 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At St. Paul | 18,100 cfs | → |
| Vermillion River Near Empire | 42 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Schuester Pond.
Boat launches
- Saint Croix River -- Cove Road Landing
- 102nd Street South Washington County
- Saint Croix Lake -- King Landing
- Spiral View Loop Hastings
- Spring Street 512, Hastings
- Saint Croix River -- Hudson Town Landing (Lakefront Park)
Track Schuester 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 Schuester Pond
Where does the data for Schuester 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 Schuester Pond.