Thyberg Dam; Marvelin
Key Takeaway
Thyberg Dam; Marvelin is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 79.3% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | ND10522 |
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
Marvelin Thyberg
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thyberg Dam; Marvelin?
Thyberg Dam; Marvelin 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 Thyberg Dam; Marvelin?
Thyberg Dam; Marvelin is owned by Marvelin Thyberg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thyberg Dam; Marvelin built?
Thyberg Dam; Marvelin 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 Thyberg Dam; Marvelin?
Thyberg Dam; Marvelin 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 Thyberg Dam; Marvelin?
Thyberg Dam; Marvelin has a dam height of 25 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.