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Short Creek Dam 1, located in Burke, North Dakota, is a state-owned earth dam constructed in 1962 by the NDSWC. With a height of 38 feet and a length of 1018 feet, the dam serves primarily for recreation purposes on the East Branch Short Creek. It has a storage capacity of 2765 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 112 acres, providing water resource and climate enthusiasts with a picturesque location for outdoor activities.
The dam is regulated and inspected by the NDSWC, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality. With a spillway width of 100 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has been rated as having a significant hazard potential. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a potential need for risk management measures in the future to maintain its integrity and safety.
For those interested in water resources and climate issues, Short Creek Dam 1 offers a glimpse into the world of dam infrastructure and management in North Dakota. Its historical significance, recreational value, and regulatory framework provide a unique perspective on the intersection of human development and environmental stewardship in the region.
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | 0.04% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
24.08 ft
2021-02-11 |
Maximum |
31.04 ft
2011-04-11 |
Average | 27 ft |
Dam_Height | 38 |
Drainage_Area | 164 |
Year_Completed | 1962 |
Nid_Storage | 2765 |
River_Or_Stream | EAST BRANCH SHORT CREEK |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Foundations | Soil |
Surface_Area | 112 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Dam_Length | 1018 |
Nid_Height | 38 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
LITTLE MISSOURI RIVER NR WATFORD CITY
2024-04-11T03:00:00.000-05:00 |
95cfs | 7.31ft | 1934ft |
BEAR DEN CREEK NR MANDAREE
2024-04-11T02:30:00.000-05:00 |
1cfs | 4.84ft | 1954ft |
WHITE EARTH RIVER AT WHITE EARTH
2024-04-11T02:30:00.000-05:00 |
65cfs | 0.36ft | 2078ft |
LONG CREEK NR NOONAN
2024-04-11T02:00:00.000-05:00 |
10cfs | 2.66ft | 1858ft |
DEEPWATER CREEK AT MOUTH NR RAUB
2023-11-28T02:15:00.000-06:00 |
2cfs | 6.93ft | 1859ft |
E. FORK SHELL CREEK NR PARSHALL
2023-11-28T02:15:00.000-06:00 |
3cfs | 5.69ft | 1886ft |