Wold Dam; Markus
Key Takeaway
Wold Dam; Markus is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 56.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 489 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00110 |
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
Logan County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wold Dam; Markus?
Wold Dam; Markus 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 Wold Dam; Markus?
Wold Dam; Markus is owned by Logan County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wold Dam; Markus built?
Wold Dam; Markus was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Wold Dam; Markus?
Wold Dam; Markus serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wold Dam; Markus?
Wold Dam; Markus has a dam height of 17 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.