Oxy Usa Retention Pond

Dunn, North Dakota· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Oxy Usa Retention Pond is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 85.1% in ND)
Max Storage683 acre-ft
NID IDND01160

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

OXY USA Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oxy Usa Retention Pond?

Oxy Usa Retention Pond 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 Oxy Usa Retention Pond?

Oxy Usa Retention Pond is owned by OXY USA Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Oxy Usa Retention Pond?

Oxy Usa Retention Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Oxy Usa Retention Pond?

Oxy Usa Retention Pond 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.