Kadramas Dam
Key Takeaway
Kadramas Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 86.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00124 |
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
Billings County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kadramas Dam?
Kadramas 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 Kadramas Dam?
Kadramas Dam is owned by Billings County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kadramas Dam built?
Kadramas Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Kadramas Dam?
Kadramas Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kadramas Dam?
Kadramas Dam has a dam height of 30 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.