Wallace Dam; Charles 2
Key Takeaway
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 443 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00839 |
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
Charles Wallace
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wallace Dam; Charles 2?
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 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 Wallace Dam; Charles 2?
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 is owned by Charles Wallace (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wallace Dam; Charles 2 built?
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Wallace Dam; Charles 2?
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Wallace Dam; Charles 2?
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 has a dam height of 12 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 Wallace Dam; Charles 2 last inspected?
Wallace Dam; Charles 2 was last inspected on April 30, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.