Fauske Dam; Elwood
Key Takeaway
Fauske Dam; Elwood is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 52.7% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00281 |
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
Elwood Fauske
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fauske Dam; Elwood?
Fauske Dam; Elwood 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 Fauske Dam; Elwood?
Fauske Dam; Elwood is owned by Elwood Fauske (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fauske Dam; Elwood built?
Fauske Dam; Elwood was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Fauske Dam; Elwood?
Fauske Dam; Elwood 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 Fauske Dam; Elwood?
Fauske Dam; Elwood has a dam height of 16 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.