Gascoyne Township Dam
Key Takeaway
Gascoyne Township Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 63% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | ND00144 |
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
Bowman County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gascoyne Township Dam?
Gascoyne Township 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 Gascoyne Township Dam?
Gascoyne Township Dam is owned by Bowman County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gascoyne Township Dam built?
Gascoyne Township Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Gascoyne Township Dam?
Gascoyne Township Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Gascoyne Township Dam?
Gascoyne Township Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Gascoyne Township Dam last inspected?
Gascoyne Township Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.