Kota Ray Dam
Key Takeaway
Kota Ray Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 93.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 747 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 338 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00197 |
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
Williams County Hwy Dept.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kota Ray Dam?
Kota Ray 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 Kota Ray Dam?
Kota Ray Dam is owned by Williams County Hwy Dept. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kota Ray Dam built?
Kota Ray Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Kota Ray Dam?
Kota Ray Dam 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 Kota Ray Dam?
Kota Ray Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Kota Ray Dam last inspected?
Kota Ray Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.