Faye Water Containment
Key Takeaway
Faye Water Containment is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75.9% in ND) |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| NID ID | ND01171 |
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
Bakken Industries
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faye Water Containment?
Faye Water Containment 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 Faye Water Containment?
Faye Water Containment is owned by Bakken Industries (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Faye Water Containment?
Faye Water Containment serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Faye Water Containment?
Faye Water Containment has a dam height of 24 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.