Wachter Ranch Dam 11
Key Takeaway
Wachter Ranch Dam 11 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 87.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00456 |
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
Michael Wachter
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wachter Ranch Dam 11?
Wachter Ranch Dam 11 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 Wachter Ranch Dam 11?
Wachter Ranch Dam 11 is owned by Michael Wachter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wachter Ranch Dam 11 built?
Wachter Ranch Dam 11 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Wachter Ranch Dam 11?
Wachter Ranch Dam 11 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wachter Ranch Dam 11?
Wachter Ranch Dam 11 has a dam height of 31 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.