Howard Dam
Key Takeaway
Howard Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.3% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00100 |
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
Grant County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Howard Dam?
Howard 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 Howard Dam?
Howard Dam is owned by Grant County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howard Dam built?
Howard Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Howard Dam?
Howard Dam 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 Howard Dam?
Howard Dam has a dam height of 14 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.