Daub Dam
Key Takeaway
Daub Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 97.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 732 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00372 |
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 Daub Dam?
Daub 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 Daub Dam?
Daub Dam is owned by ND Game & Fish (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daub Dam built?
Daub Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Daub Dam?
Daub Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Daub Dam?
Daub Dam has a dam height of 64 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 Daub Dam last inspected?
Daub Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.