Nordell Dam
Key Takeaway
Nordell Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 85.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 301 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00262 |
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
Gregory & Deanne Heen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nordell Dam?
Nordell 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 Nordell Dam?
Nordell Dam is owned by Gregory & Deanne Heen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nordell Dam built?
Nordell Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Nordell Dam?
Nordell 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 Nordell Dam?
Nordell Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Nordell Dam last inspected?
Nordell Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.