West Chain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
West Chain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6% in ND) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 742 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 223 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00844 |
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
US FISH & WILDLIFE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Chain Lake Dam?
West Chain Lake 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 West Chain Lake Dam?
West Chain Lake Dam is owned by US FISH & WILDLIFE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Chain Lake Dam built?
West Chain Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 West Chain Lake Dam?
West Chain Lake 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 West Chain Lake Dam?
West Chain Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.