Upper Souris #87a Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Souris #87a Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 5,974 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 114 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00473 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Souris #87a Dam?
Upper Souris #87a 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 Upper Souris #87a Dam?
Upper Souris #87a Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Souris #87a Dam built?
Upper Souris #87a Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Upper Souris #87a Dam?
Upper Souris #87a Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Upper Souris #87a Dam?
Upper Souris #87a Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Upper Souris #87a Dam last inspected?
Upper Souris #87a Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.