Willow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 52.7% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 45 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00537 |
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
USFWS
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Willow Lake Dam?
Willow 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 Willow Lake Dam?
Willow Lake Dam is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willow Lake Dam built?
Willow Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Willow Lake Dam?
Willow Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Willow Lake Dam?
Willow Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.