Cottonwood Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Cottonwood Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 96% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 494 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00011 |
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
City of LaMoure
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cottonwood Creek Dam?
Cottonwood Creek 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 Cottonwood Creek Dam?
Cottonwood Creek Dam is owned by City of LaMoure (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cottonwood Creek Dam built?
Cottonwood Creek Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Cottonwood Creek Dam?
Cottonwood Creek 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 Cottonwood Creek Dam?
Cottonwood Creek Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Cottonwood Creek Dam last inspected?
Cottonwood Creek Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.