Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1
Key Takeaway
Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 56.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00523 |
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
Morton County Hwy Dept
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1?
Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 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 Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1?
Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 is owned by Morton County Hwy Dept (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 built?
Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1?
Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1?
Morton Co. Hwy Dept. 1 has a dam height of 17 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.