Located on the James River in Jamestown, North Dakota, the Jamestown Ice House Dam stands as a historic masonry structure completed in 1890 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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With a height of 7.6 feet and a length of 240 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating the importance of its maintenance and management in ensuring the safety of the community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission, the Jamestown Ice House Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and a vertical lift outlet gate. With a normal storage capacity of 33.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2820 square miles, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. Despite not being currently rated for condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections and meets state permitting and enforcement requirements, highlighting its importance in safeguarding the community against potential flooding risks.
As a significant structure in flood risk reduction, the Jamestown Ice House Dam serves as a testament to the engineering feats of the past while continuing to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. With a long history of service and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance, this dam stands as a symbol of resilience in the face of natural disasters, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for the protection of communities and the environment.
Years Modified |
1933 - Seismic |
Year Completed |
1890 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
7.6 |
River Or Stream |
JAMES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
24.2 |
Drainage Area |
2820 |
Nid Storage |
113.6 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
James River At Jamestown
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205cfs |
Pipestem Creek Nr Pingree
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45cfs |
Sheyenne River Below Baldhill Dam
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169cfs |
James River Above Arrowwood Lake Nr Kensal
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56cfs |
Baldhill Creek Nr Dazey
|
7cfs |
James River At Lamoure
|
217cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lakeside Campground - Jamestown Lake
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Parkhurst - Pipestem Lake
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Pelican Point Landing - Jamestown Lake
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Smokeys Campsite and Landing
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