Hushka Dam; Niles
Key Takeaway
Hushka Dam; Niles is classified as unknown in North Dakota. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 196 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | ND01141 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Niles Huska
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hushka Dam; Niles?
Hushka Dam; Niles is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hushka Dam; Niles?
Hushka Dam; Niles is owned by Niles Huska (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hushka Dam; Niles built?
Hushka Dam; Niles was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Hushka Dam; Niles?
Hushka Dam; Niles 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 Hushka Dam; Niles?
Hushka Dam; Niles has a dam height of 24 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.