Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit)
Key Takeaway
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,353 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 409 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00354 |
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
NDSU CENTRAL GRASSLAND RE
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit)?
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) 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 Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit)?
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) is owned by NDSU CENTRAL GRASSLAND RE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) built?
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit)?
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit)?
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) has a dam height of 9 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 Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) last inspected?
Lake George Nwr (Ne Unit) was last inspected on May 12, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.