Katz Dam
Key Takeaway
Katz Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1959 |
| NID ID | ND00095 |
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
McLean County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Katz Dam?
Katz 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 Katz Dam?
Katz Dam is owned by McLean County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Katz Dam built?
Katz Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Katz Dam?
Katz Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Katz Dam?
Katz Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Katz Dam last inspected?
Katz Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.