Summary
Standing at a height of 17 feet with a structural height of 21 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet and serves as a key water resource for the region. With a surface area of 22.3 acres and a drainage area of 3660 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in water management in the area.
Managed by the local government, the Pembina City Dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC) and meets all state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water supply in the region. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 70 feet and is associated with no other structures.
With its historical significance and important role in water supply, the Pembina City Dam stands as a testament to the efforts of the WPA and the importance of water resource management in North Dakota. Its moderate risk assessment and moderate risk management measures highlight the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its functionality and safety for the surrounding community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
115 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
PEMBINA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
22.3 |
Drainage Area |
3660 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Pembina City Dam