Taskers Coulee Dam
Key Takeaway
Taskers Coulee Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 86.1% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 298 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | ND01055 |
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
Bace LLLP
Private
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Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Taskers Coulee Dam?
Taskers Coulee 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 Taskers Coulee Dam?
Taskers Coulee Dam is owned by Bace LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taskers Coulee Dam built?
Taskers Coulee Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Taskers Coulee Dam?
Taskers Coulee Dam 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 Taskers Coulee Dam?
Taskers Coulee Dam has a dam height of 30 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.