Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control
Key Takeaway
Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 906 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 246 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | ND01024 |
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
ND Game & Fish
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control?
Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control 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 Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control?
Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control is owned by ND Game & Fish (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control built?
Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Sediment Control?
Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control?
Cottonwood Creek Sediment Control 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.