Minot Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Minot Country Club Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 78 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,900 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00557 |
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
Minot Country Club
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Minot Country Club Dam?
Minot Country Club 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 Minot Country Club Dam?
Minot Country Club Dam is owned by Minot Country Club (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minot Country Club Dam built?
Minot Country Club Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Minot Country Club Dam?
Minot Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Minot Country Club Dam?
Minot Country Club Dam has a dam height of 8 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.