Kulm Edgeley Dam

Maple River-TR· LaMoure, North Dakota· Built 1968· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kulm Edgeley Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 82.9% in ND)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage649 acre-ft
Normal Storage330 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDND00014

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 10, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

LaMoure County WRB

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kulm Edgeley Dam?

Kulm Edgeley 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 Kulm Edgeley Dam?

Kulm Edgeley Dam is owned by LaMoure County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kulm Edgeley Dam built?

Kulm Edgeley Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kulm Edgeley Dam?

Kulm Edgeley 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 Kulm Edgeley Dam?

Kulm Edgeley Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Kulm Edgeley Dam last inspected?

Kulm Edgeley Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.