Alkali Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Alkali Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 60.6% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 710 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 57 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | ND00608 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ND Game & Fish
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Alkali Creek Dam?
Alkali Creek Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Alkali Creek Dam?
Alkali Creek Dam is owned by ND Game & Fish (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alkali Creek Dam built?
Alkali Creek Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Alkali Creek Dam?
Alkali Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alkali Creek Dam?
Alkali Creek Dam has a dam height of 18 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.