Dead Colt Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Dead Colt Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 80 ft (taller than 99.6% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 124 acres |
| Drainage Area | 60 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00412 |
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
Ransom County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dead Colt Creek Dam?
Dead Colt Creek 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 Dead Colt Creek Dam?
Dead Colt Creek Dam is owned by Ransom County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dead Colt Creek Dam built?
Dead Colt Creek Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Dead Colt Creek Dam?
Dead Colt Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dead Colt Creek Dam?
Dead Colt Creek Dam has a dam height of 80 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 Dead Colt Creek Dam last inspected?
Dead Colt Creek Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.