Sheyenne River Diversion Dam
Key Takeaway
Sheyenne River Diversion Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2022 |
| NID ID | ND00236 |
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
Southeast Cass WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sheyenne River Diversion Dam?
Sheyenne River Diversion 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 Sheyenne River Diversion Dam?
Sheyenne River Diversion Dam is owned by Southeast Cass WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheyenne River Diversion Dam built?
Sheyenne River Diversion Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Sheyenne River Diversion Dam?
Sheyenne River Diversion Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sheyenne River Diversion Dam?
Sheyenne River Diversion Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Sheyenne River Diversion Dam last inspected?
Sheyenne River Diversion Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.