Davis Fish Dam
Key Takeaway
Davis Fish Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 87.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00211 |
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 Davis Fish Dam?
Davis Fish Dam 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 Davis Fish Dam?
Davis Fish Dam is owned by ND Game & Fish (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Fish Dam built?
Davis Fish Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Davis Fish Dam?
Davis Fish 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 Davis Fish Dam?
Davis Fish Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Davis Fish Dam last inspected?
Davis Fish Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.