Green Lake Outlet Control
Key Takeaway
Green Lake Outlet Control is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 856 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 906 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00373 |
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
McIntosh County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Green Lake Outlet Control?
Green Lake Outlet Control 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 Green Lake Outlet Control?
Green Lake Outlet Control is owned by McIntosh County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Lake Outlet Control built?
Green Lake Outlet Control was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Green Lake Outlet Control?
Green Lake Outlet Control serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Green Lake Outlet Control?
Green Lake Outlet Control has a dam height of 7 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 Green Lake Outlet Control last inspected?
Green Lake Outlet Control was last inspected on April 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.