Valley City Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Valley City Park Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 52.7% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7,810 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00242 |
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
Barnes County WRB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Valley City Park Dam?
Valley City Park 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 Valley City Park Dam?
Valley City Park Dam is owned by Barnes County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valley City Park Dam built?
Valley City Park Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Valley City Park Dam?
Valley City Park Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Valley City Park Dam?
Valley City Park Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Valley City Park Dam last inspected?
Valley City Park Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.