Bagley Dam
Key Takeaway
Bagley Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 88.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 198 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00256 |
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
Joe Bagley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bagley Dam?
Bagley 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 Bagley Dam?
Bagley Dam is owned by Joe Bagley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bagley Dam built?
Bagley Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Bagley Dam?
Bagley Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bagley Dam?
Bagley Dam has a dam height of 33 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.