Schlecht-Wiexel Dam
Key Takeaway
Schlecht-Wiexel Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 88.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00300 |
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
Blaine Nitschke
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Schlecht-Wiexel Dam?
Schlecht-Wiexel 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 Schlecht-Wiexel Dam?
Schlecht-Wiexel Dam is owned by Blaine Nitschke (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schlecht-Wiexel Dam built?
Schlecht-Wiexel Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Schlecht-Wiexel Dam?
Schlecht-Wiexel 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 Schlecht-Wiexel Dam?
Schlecht-Wiexel Dam has a dam height of 33 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.