Camel Butte Dam
Key Takeaway
Camel Butte Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 96.5% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00019 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ND Game & Fish
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Camel Butte Dam?
Camel Butte Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Camel Butte Dam?
Camel Butte Dam is owned by ND Game & Fish (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camel Butte Dam built?
Camel Butte Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Camel Butte Dam?
Camel Butte Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Camel Butte Dam?
Camel Butte Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Camel Butte Dam last inspected?
Camel Butte Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.