Lost Lake Wpa 2
Key Takeaway
Lost Lake Wpa 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | ND00888 |
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
USFWS
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lost Lake Wpa 2?
Lost Lake Wpa 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 Lost Lake Wpa 2?
Lost Lake Wpa 2 is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lost Lake Wpa 2 built?
Lost Lake Wpa 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 Lost Lake Wpa 2?
Lost Lake Wpa 2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lost Lake Wpa 2?
Lost Lake Wpa 2 has a dam height of 10 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.