Crystal Lake Dam 2

James River· Wells, North Dakota· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Crystal Lake Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 6% in ND)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge68 cfs
NID IDND00735

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 14, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NDSWC

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crystal Lake Dam 2?

Crystal Lake Dam 2 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 Crystal Lake Dam 2?

Crystal Lake Dam 2 is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Crystal Lake Dam 2?

Crystal Lake Dam 2 serves the following purposes: 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 Crystal Lake Dam 2?

Crystal Lake Dam 2 has a dam height of 8 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 Crystal Lake Dam 2 last inspected?

Crystal Lake Dam 2 was last inspected on July 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.