Middle Branch Park River 9
Key Takeaway
Middle Branch Park River 9 is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 98.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00221 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Walsh County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Branch Park River 9?
Middle Branch Park River 9 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Middle Branch Park River 9?
Middle Branch Park River 9 is owned by Walsh County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Branch Park River 9 built?
Middle Branch Park River 9 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Middle Branch Park River 9?
Middle Branch Park River 9 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Middle Branch Park River 9?
Middle Branch Park River 9 has a dam height of 68 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 Middle Branch Park River 9 last inspected?
Middle Branch Park River 9 was last inspected on May 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.