Anderson Dam; Galen 1
Key Takeaway
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00999 |
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
Galen Anderson
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Anderson Dam; Galen 1?
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 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 Anderson Dam; Galen 1?
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 is owned by Galen Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Anderson Dam; Galen 1 built?
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Anderson Dam; Galen 1?
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Anderson Dam; Galen 1?
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 has a dam height of 15 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 Anderson Dam; Galen 1 last inspected?
Anderson Dam; Galen 1 was last inspected on September 13, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.