Vanberkom Dam

White Earth River· Burke, North Dakota· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Vanberkom Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 65.1% in ND)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage227 acre-ft
Normal Storage94 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area22 sq mi
Year Modified1999
NID IDND00853

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 14, 1999
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

Margaret Lokken

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vanberkom Dam?

Vanberkom 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 Vanberkom Dam?

Vanberkom Dam is owned by Margaret Lokken (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Vanberkom Dam?

Vanberkom 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 Vanberkom Dam?

Vanberkom Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Vanberkom Dam last inspected?

Vanberkom Dam was last inspected on April 14, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.