Erickson Dam; Ladd 2
Key Takeaway
Erickson Dam; Ladd 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 457 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00944 |
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
Ladd Erickson
Private
Nearby Dams
Lost Lake Wpa Dam 1
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 7 ftLost Lake Wpa 2
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 10 ftKatz Dam
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 13 ftSawicki Dam; Randy
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 10 ftLandgren Dam B; Marvin
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 15 ftYanktonai Dam
McLean, ND
Significant Hazard 21 ftPainted Woods Lake
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 7 ftKoenig Wild Dev. Area 023
McLean, ND
Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Erickson Dam; Ladd 2?
Erickson Dam; Ladd 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 Erickson Dam; Ladd 2?
Erickson Dam; Ladd 2 is owned by Ladd Erickson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Erickson Dam; Ladd 2 built?
Erickson Dam; Ladd 2 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Erickson Dam; Ladd 2?
Erickson Dam; Ladd 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Erickson Dam; Ladd 2?
Erickson Dam; Ladd 2 has a dam height of 9 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.