Warsing Dam
Key Takeaway
Warsing Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 88.4% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 595 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | ND00002 |
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
ND Game & Fish
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Warsing Dam?
Warsing 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 Warsing Dam?
Warsing Dam is owned by ND Game & Fish (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warsing Dam built?
Warsing Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Warsing Dam?
Warsing Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warsing Dam?
Warsing Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Warsing Dam last inspected?
Warsing Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.