Sanish Bay Wpa 1
Key Takeaway
Sanish Bay Wpa 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 83.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00597 |
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
USACE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sanish Bay Wpa 1?
Sanish Bay Wpa 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 Sanish Bay Wpa 1?
Sanish Bay Wpa 1 is owned by USACE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanish Bay Wpa 1 built?
Sanish Bay Wpa 1 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Sanish Bay Wpa 1?
Sanish Bay Wpa 1 serves the following purposes: 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 Sanish Bay Wpa 1?
Sanish Bay Wpa 1 has a dam height of 28 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.