Techanko Dam; Terry 2
Key Takeaway
Techanko Dam; Terry 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00910 |
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
Terry Techanko
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Techanko Dam; Terry 2?
Techanko Dam; Terry 2 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 Techanko Dam; Terry 2?
Techanko Dam; Terry 2 is owned by Terry Techanko (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Techanko Dam; Terry 2 built?
Techanko Dam; Terry 2 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Techanko Dam; Terry 2?
Techanko Dam; Terry 2 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 Techanko Dam; Terry 2?
Techanko Dam; Terry 2 has a dam height of 13 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.