Kunick Dam; Bernard 1
Key Takeaway
Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 65.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00745 |
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
Schafer Family Living Trs
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kunick Dam; Bernard 1?
Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 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 Kunick Dam; Bernard 1?
Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 is owned by Schafer Family Living Trs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 built?
Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Kunick Dam; Bernard 1?
Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kunick Dam; Bernard 1?
Kunick Dam; Bernard 1 has a dam height of 20 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.