Beaver Creek Diversion Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Creek Diversion Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 52.7% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 193 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | ND00001 |
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
Steele County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Beaver Creek Diversion Dam?
Beaver Creek Diversion 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 Beaver Creek Diversion Dam?
Beaver Creek Diversion Dam is owned by Steele County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Creek Diversion Dam built?
Beaver Creek Diversion Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Beaver Creek Diversion Dam?
Beaver Creek Diversion Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Creek Diversion Dam?
Beaver Creek Diversion Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Beaver Creek Diversion Dam last inspected?
Beaver Creek Diversion Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.