Solberg Dam; Dorvan
Key Takeaway
Solberg Dam; Dorvan is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | ND00854 |
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
Dorvan Solberg
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Solberg Dam; Dorvan?
Solberg Dam; Dorvan 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 Solberg Dam; Dorvan?
Solberg Dam; Dorvan is owned by Dorvan Solberg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Solberg Dam; Dorvan built?
Solberg Dam; Dorvan was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Solberg Dam; Dorvan?
Solberg Dam; Dorvan serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Solberg Dam; Dorvan?
Solberg Dam; Dorvan 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 Solberg Dam; Dorvan last inspected?
Solberg Dam; Dorvan was last inspected on April 14, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.