Gronaas Dam; Clemet
Key Takeaway
Gronaas Dam; Clemet is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00814 |
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
Clemet Gronaas
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gronaas Dam; Clemet?
Gronaas Dam; Clemet 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 Gronaas Dam; Clemet?
Gronaas Dam; Clemet is owned by Clemet Gronaas (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gronaas Dam; Clemet built?
Gronaas Dam; Clemet was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Gronaas Dam; Clemet?
Gronaas Dam; Clemet 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 Gronaas Dam; Clemet?
Gronaas Dam; Clemet has a dam height of 11 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.