Dam ND00980

Billings, North Dakota· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Dam ND00980 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 32.4% in ND)
Max Storage79 acre-ft
NID IDND00980

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundatio

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam ND00980?

Dam ND00980 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 Dam ND00980?

Dam ND00980 is owned by Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundatio (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam ND00980?

Dam ND00980 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam ND00980?

Dam ND00980 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.

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.