Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1
Key Takeaway
Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,905 acres |
| Drainage Area | 114 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00732 |
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
Hurricane Lake Joint WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1?
Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 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 Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1?
Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 is owned by Hurricane Lake Joint WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 built?
Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1?
Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1?
Hurricane Lake Joint Wrd1 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.