Queen City Dam
Key Takeaway
Queen City Dam is classified as high hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 52.7% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00023 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Dickinson
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Queen City Dam?
Queen City Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Queen City Dam?
Queen City Dam is owned by City of Dickinson (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Queen City Dam built?
Queen City Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Queen City Dam?
Queen City 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 Queen City Dam?
Queen City Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Queen City Dam last inspected?
Queen City Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.