Burlington Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Burlington Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 68.5% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,112 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 567 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 629 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00275 |
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
Ward County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burlington Dam 1?
Burlington Dam 1 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 Burlington Dam 1?
Burlington Dam 1 is owned by Ward County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burlington Dam 1 built?
Burlington Dam 1 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Burlington Dam 1?
Burlington Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burlington Dam 1?
Burlington Dam 1 has a dam height of 21 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 Burlington Dam 1 last inspected?
Burlington Dam 1 was last inspected on April 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.