Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 6% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00615 |
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
Wetzstein Bros
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam?
Wetzstein Bros Ranch 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 Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam?
Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam is owned by Wetzstein Bros (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam built?
Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam?
Wetzstein Bros Ranch 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 Wetzstein Bros Ranch Dam?
Wetzstein Bros Ranch 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.