Schaefer Dam; Norman M
Key Takeaway
Schaefer Dam; Norman M is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 94.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00945 |
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
Norman M Schaefer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schaefer Dam; Norman M?
Schaefer Dam; Norman M 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 Schaefer Dam; Norman M?
Schaefer Dam; Norman M is owned by Norman M Schaefer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schaefer Dam; Norman M built?
Schaefer Dam; Norman M was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Schaefer Dam; Norman M?
Schaefer Dam; Norman M serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Schaefer Dam; Norman M?
Schaefer Dam; Norman M has a dam height of 46 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 Schaefer Dam; Norman M last inspected?
Schaefer Dam; Norman M was last inspected on September 24, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.