Olson Dam; Roger
Key Takeaway
Olson Dam; Roger is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 73.3% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 291 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00775 |
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
Roger Olson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olson Dam; Roger?
Olson Dam; Roger 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 Olson Dam; Roger?
Olson Dam; Roger is owned by Roger Olson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olson Dam; Roger built?
Olson Dam; Roger was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Olson Dam; Roger?
Olson Dam; Roger 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 Olson Dam; Roger?
Olson Dam; Roger has a dam height of 23 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.