Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1
Key Takeaway
Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | ND00856 |
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 Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1?
Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 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 Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1?
Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 built?
Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1?
Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 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 Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1?
Woodworth Wpa Wcs 1 has a dam height of 10 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.