Minot Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Minot Water Supply Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 65 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,900 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2022 |
| NID ID | ND00371 |
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
City of Minot
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Minot Water Supply Dam?
Minot Water Supply 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 Water Supply Dam?
Minot Water Supply Dam is owned by City of Minot (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minot Water Supply Dam built?
Minot Water Supply Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Water Supply Dam?
Minot Water Supply Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Minot Water Supply Dam?
Minot Water Supply 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.
When was Minot Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Minot Water Supply Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.