Antelope Creek Dry Dam
Key Takeaway
Antelope Creek Dry Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00921 |
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
Richland County WRB
Local Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Antelope Creek Dry Dam?
Antelope Creek Dry 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 Antelope Creek Dry Dam?
Antelope Creek Dry Dam is owned by Richland County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antelope Creek Dry Dam built?
Antelope Creek Dry Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Antelope Creek Dry Dam?
Antelope Creek Dry Dam 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 Antelope Creek Dry Dam?
Antelope Creek Dry Dam has a dam height of 10 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.