Rice Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rice Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 85 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00085 |
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 Co. Park Board
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake 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 Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake Dam is owned by Burleigh Co. Park Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rice Lake Dam built?
Rice Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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.