Lamoure City Dam

James River· LaMoure, North Dakota· Built 1935· Other· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lamoure City Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 42.3% in ND)
Dam Length30 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage294 acre-ft
Normal Storage294 acre-ft
Surface Area115 acres
Drainage Area2,900 sq mi
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDND00180

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 9, 2016
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 Lamoure City Dam?

Lamoure City 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 Lamoure City Dam?

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

When was Lamoure City Dam built?

Lamoure City Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Lamoure City Dam?

Lamoure City Dam 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 Lamoure City Dam?

Lamoure City Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Lamoure City Dam last inspected?

Lamoure City Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2016. 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.