Bucephalia Dam
Key Takeaway
Bucephalia Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 65.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00461 |
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
Foster County Hwy Dept.
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bucephalia Dam?
Bucephalia 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 Bucephalia Dam?
Bucephalia Dam is owned by Foster County Hwy Dept. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bucephalia Dam built?
Bucephalia Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Bucephalia Dam?
Bucephalia Dam 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 Bucephalia Dam?
Bucephalia Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Bucephalia Dam last inspected?
Bucephalia Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.