Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.3% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 347 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00719 |
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
Richland County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1?
Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 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 Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1?
Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 is owned by Richland County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 built?
Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1?
Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1?
Richland CO Wrd Dry Dam 1 has a dam height of 14 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.