Moores Dam, also known as Moores Lake, is a local government-owned structure in Dickey, North Dakota, serving as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Completed in 1949, this Earth dam stands at a height of 20.8 feet, with a length of 1065 feet and a storage capacity of 495.8 acre-feet. The dam is located on the Elm River (James)-TR, within the jurisdiction of the North Dakota State Water Commission.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Moores Dam has undergone structural modifications in 1971 to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet, serving to manage water levels in the reservoir. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to maintain its integrity and safety standards.
As an essential recreational site in the region, Moores Dam offers a surface area of 29.2 acres and a normal storage capacity of 295.5 acre-feet, attracting visitors for various water-related activities. With its strategic location and historical significance, Moores Dam remains a valuable asset for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in North Dakota.
Years Modified |
1971 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
1065 |
Dam Height |
20.8 |
River Or Stream |
ELM RIVER (JAMES)-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
495.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Maple R At Nd-Sd State Line
|
5cfs |
Elm R At Westport Sd
|
12cfs |
James River At Nd-Sd State Line
|
194cfs |
James River At Lamoure
|
217cfs |
Foot Creek Near Aberdeen
|
0cfs |
James R At Columbia Sd
|
268cfs |