Jackman Coulee Dam 2

Jackman Coulee· Burleigh, North Dakota· Built 2003· Earth· 23 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 is classified as high hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	23 ft (taller than 73.3% in ND)
Dam Length	0 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	92 acre-ft
Normal Storage	1 acre-ft

Surface Area	1 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Year Completed	2003 (23 years old)
NID ID	ND00933

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: July 6, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

City of Bismarck

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jackman Coulee Dam 2?

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Jackman Coulee Dam 2?

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 is owned by City of Bismarck (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jackman Coulee Dam 2 built?

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Jackman Coulee Dam 2?

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jackman Coulee Dam 2?

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 has a dam height of 23 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 Jackman Coulee Dam 2 last inspected?

Jackman Coulee Dam 2 was last inspected on July 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.