Kersten Dam; Gertude
Key Takeaway
Kersten Dam; Gertude is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 68.5% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 78 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00554 |
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
Gene & Jay Kersten
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kersten Dam; Gertude?
Kersten Dam; Gertude 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 Kersten Dam; Gertude?
Kersten Dam; Gertude is owned by Gene & Jay Kersten (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kersten Dam; Gertude built?
Kersten Dam; Gertude was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Kersten Dam; Gertude?
Kersten Dam; Gertude serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Kersten Dam; Gertude?
Kersten Dam; Gertude has a dam height of 21 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 Kersten Dam; Gertude last inspected?
Kersten Dam; Gertude was last inspected on September 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.