Bock Dam East
Key Takeaway
Bock Dam East is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00538 |
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
US Forest Service
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bock Dam East?
Bock Dam East 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 Bock Dam East?
Bock Dam East is owned by US Forest Service (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bock Dam East built?
Bock Dam East was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Bock Dam East?
Bock Dam East 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 Bock Dam East?
Bock Dam East has a dam height of 12 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.