Kordonowy Dam; Joe
Key Takeaway
Kordonowy Dam; Joe 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 | 21 ft (taller than 68.5% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00307 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kordonowy Dam; Joe?
Kordonowy Dam; Joe 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 Kordonowy Dam; Joe?
Kordonowy Dam; Joe is owned by Billings County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kordonowy Dam; Joe built?
Kordonowy Dam; Joe 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 Kordonowy Dam; Joe?
Kordonowy Dam; Joe serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kordonowy Dam; Joe?
Kordonowy Dam; Joe 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.