Maka Pool Dam

WILD RICE RIVER· Sargent, North Dakota· Built 1960· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Maka Pool Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 32.4% in ND)
Dam Length710 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage638 acre-ft
Surface Area143 acres
Drainage Area473 sq mi
Max Discharge797 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDND00400

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: October 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NDSWC

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maka Pool Dam?

Maka Pool 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 Maka Pool Dam?

Maka Pool Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Maka Pool Dam built?

Maka Pool Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Maka Pool Dam?

Maka Pool Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Maka Pool Dam?

Maka Pool Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Maka Pool Dam last inspected?

Maka Pool Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2020. 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.