Neideffer Flood Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Neideffer Flood Control Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 90.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | ND00470 |
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
Burleigh County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Neideffer Flood Control Dam?
Neideffer Flood Control 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 Neideffer Flood Control Dam?
Neideffer Flood Control Dam is owned by Burleigh County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Neideffer Flood Control Dam built?
Neideffer Flood Control Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Neideffer Flood Control Dam?
Neideffer Flood Control Dam 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 Neideffer Flood Control Dam?
Neideffer Flood Control Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Neideffer Flood Control Dam last inspected?
Neideffer Flood Control Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.