Yegan Dam
Key Takeaway
Yegan Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 42.3% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 56 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00090 |
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
Apple Creek Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yegan Dam?
Yegan 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 Yegan Dam?
Yegan Dam is owned by Apple Creek Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yegan Dam built?
Yegan Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Yegan Dam?
Yegan Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Yegan Dam?
Yegan Dam has a dam height of 14 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.