Mount Carmel Dam
Key Takeaway
Mount Carmel Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 94.5% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 386 acres |
| Drainage Area | 72 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00005 |
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
Cavalier County WRB
Local Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mount Carmel Dam?
Mount Carmel Dam 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 Mount Carmel Dam?
Mount Carmel Dam is owned by Cavalier County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Carmel Dam built?
Mount Carmel Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Mount Carmel Dam?
Mount Carmel Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mount Carmel Dam?
Mount Carmel Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Mount Carmel Dam last inspected?
Mount Carmel Dam was last inspected on August 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.