30th Street Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
30th Street Detention Basin is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 79.3% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| NID ID | ND01157 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Ward County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of 30th Street Detention Basin?
30th Street Detention Basin is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates 30th Street Detention Basin?
30th Street Detention Basin is owned by Ward County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of 30th Street Detention Basin?
30th Street Detention Basin serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is 30th Street Detention Basin?
30th Street Detention Basin has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was 30th Street Detention Basin last inspected?
30th Street Detention Basin was last inspected on September 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.