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Kulm Edgeley Dam, located in LaMoure, North Dakota, is a local government-owned structure designed by NDSWC and completed in 1968. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a focus on providing opportunities for water-based activities in the area. It stands at a height of 27 feet and has a structural height of 43 feet, with a length of 600 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 649 acre-feet.
The dam is situated on the Maple River-TR and is regulated by the NDSWC, with the state of North Dakota overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam underwent structural modifications in 1975 to enhance its safety and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the Kulm Edgeley Dam remains a key feature in the region's water resource management, offering both recreational opportunities and essential flood control measures.
Overall, the Kulm Edgeley Dam provides a vital water resource for the community, offering a surface area of 27 acres and a normal storage capacity of 330 acre-feet. With its uncontrolled spillway and slide outlet gates, the dam ensures proper water management and flood protection for the surrounding area. As a significant contributor to the region's climate resilience, the dam plays a crucial role in balancing water supply needs with recreational demands, making it a valuable asset for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.
Years_Modified | 1975 - Structural |
Year_Completed | 1968 |
Dam_Height | 27 |
River_Or_Stream | MAPLE RIVER-TR |
Dam_Length | 600 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 27 |
Drainage_Area | 6 |
Nid_Storage | 649 |
Structural_Height | 43 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 43 |
JAMES R AT COLUMBIA SD | 218cfs |
MAPLE R AT ND-SD STATE LINE | 16cfs |
JAMES RIVER AT JAMESTOWN | 171cfs |
FOOT CREEK NEAR ABERDEEN | 0cfs |
JAMES RIVER AT LAMOURE | 216cfs |
JAMES RIVER AT ND-SD STATE LINE | 194cfs |
ELM R AT WESTPORT SD | 29cfs |