Upper Souris #96 Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Souris #96 Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 60.6% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 822 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6,340 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,916 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00331 |
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 #96 Dam?
Upper Souris #96 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 #96 Dam?
Upper Souris #96 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 #96 Dam built?
Upper Souris #96 Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 #96 Dam?
Upper Souris #96 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 #96 Dam?
Upper Souris #96 Dam has a dam height of 18 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 #96 Dam last inspected?
Upper Souris #96 Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.