Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam dam
Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam
Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam, also known as Billings Lake Dike, is a federal-owned structure located in Cavalier, North Dakota. Constructed in 1977 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this earth dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with the primary purpose of supporting wildlife in the area. The dam has a height of 13 feet and a length of 1200 feet, with a storage capacity of 384 acre-feet and a surface area of 36.92 acres.
Managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service, Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the dam has shown resilience since its last inspection in August 2015. The structure has also undergone modifications in 1998 to improve its hydraulic and structural aspects, showcasing a commitment to maintaining its integrity.
Situated along the Edmore Coulee, Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and wildlife conservation in the region. With its controlled outlet gates and adequate storage capacity, the dam contributes to flood control and provides a habitat for various species. As a significant feature in the local ecosystem, this dam exemplifies the harmonious intersection of water resource management and environmental stewardship in North Dakota.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Edmore Coulee Nr Edmore | 28 cfs | → |
| Edmore Coulee Trib Nr Webster | 57 cfs | → |
| Little South Pembina River Nr Walhalla | 15 cfs | → |
| Starkweather Coulee Nr Webster | 23 cfs | → |
| Mauvais Coulee Nr Cando | 39 cfs | → |
| Pembina River At Walhalla | 699 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam.
Track Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam
Where does the data for Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Billings Lake Wpa 1 Dam.