Westhope Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Westhope Country Club Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 68 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | ND00539 |
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
Westhope Park Board
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Westhope Country Club Dam?
Westhope Country Club 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 Westhope Country Club Dam?
Westhope Country Club Dam is owned by Westhope Park Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westhope Country Club Dam built?
Westhope Country Club Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Westhope Country Club Dam?
Westhope Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Westhope Country Club Dam?
Westhope Country Club Dam has a dam height of 15 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.