Gaugler Dam; Harold 1
Key Takeaway
Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00889 |
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
Harold Gaugler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gaugler Dam; Harold 1?
Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 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 Gaugler Dam; Harold 1?
Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 is owned by Harold Gaugler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 built?
Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Gaugler Dam; Harold 1?
Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 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 Gaugler Dam; Harold 1?
Gaugler Dam; Harold 1 has a dam height of 15 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.