Mack Dam; Richard 3
Key Takeaway
Mack Dam; Richard 3 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00907 |
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
Richard Mack
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mack Dam; Richard 3?
Mack Dam; Richard 3 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 Mack Dam; Richard 3?
Mack Dam; Richard 3 is owned by Richard Mack (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mack Dam; Richard 3 built?
Mack Dam; Richard 3 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Mack Dam; Richard 3?
Mack Dam; Richard 3 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 Mack Dam; Richard 3?
Mack Dam; Richard 3 has a dam height of 11 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 Mack Dam; Richard 3 last inspected?
Mack Dam; Richard 3 was last inspected on September 27, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.