Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2
Key Takeaway
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | ND00849 |
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
Kenneth Lefor
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2?
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 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 Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2?
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 is owned by Kenneth Lefor (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 built?
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2?
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2?
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 last inspected?
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 was last inspected on April 26, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.