Tioga Dam
Key Takeaway
Tioga Dam is classified as high hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 820 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00026 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Tioga
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tioga Dam?
Tioga Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tioga Dam?
Tioga Dam is owned by City of Tioga (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tioga Dam built?
Tioga Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Tioga Dam?
Tioga Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tioga Dam?
Tioga Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Tioga Dam last inspected?
Tioga Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.