Blabon Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Blabon Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00233 |
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 Blabon Dam 2?
Blabon Dam 2 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 Blabon Dam 2?
Blabon Dam 2 is owned by Steele County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blabon Dam 2 built?
Blabon Dam 2 was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Blabon Dam 2?
Blabon Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blabon Dam 2?
Blabon Dam 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Blabon Dam 2 last inspected?
Blabon Dam 2 was last inspected on January 1, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.