Turnbow Development Corp dam
Turnbow Development Corp
Turnbow Development Corp is a private entity located in Burleigh, North Dakota, with a primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond. The dam, constructed in 1992, stands at a height of 14.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 390 acre-feet. The dam serves as a crucial water resource in the area, with a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 20 acres.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, the dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with measures in place for risk management. The presence of the Missouri River nearby adds to the significance of the dam in enhancing the local ecosystem and providing a habitat for fish and wildlife.
With its earth dam structure and stone core type, Turnbow Development Corp's dam contributes to the conservation efforts in the region, supporting biodiversity and water management. As climate change impacts water resources, this development becomes even more critical for ensuring a sustainable environment in the face of evolving weather patterns and increasing water demands. The collaboration between the private sector and state agencies showcases a commitment to responsible water resource management for the benefit of both the ecosystem and the community.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Turnbow Development Corp -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River At Bismarck | 17,600 cfs | → |
| Hay Creek At Main Avenue In Bismarck | 4 cfs | → |
| Apple Creek Nr Menoken | 116 cfs | → |
| Heart River Nr Mandan | 74 cfs | → |
| Burnt Creek Nr Bismarck | 1 cfs | → |
| Heart River At Stark Bridge Nr Judson | 55 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Turnbow Development Corp.
Boat launches
- Mills Avenue Bismarck
- Downing Street 4008, Bismarck
- River Road Bismarck
- State Highway 1806 Morton County
- Desert Road Burleigh County
- 93rd Street Northeast Burleigh County
Campgrounds
- General Sibley City Park
- Crown Butte Dam
- Sweetbriar Lake - Southeast Ramp - Nd Gfd
- Sweet Briar Lake
- Sweetbriar Lake-Northwest Ramp - Nd Gfd
- Oceti Sakowin Camp
Paddle runs
Track Turnbow Development Corp in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Turnbow Development Corp
Where does the data for Turnbow Development Corp come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Turnbow Development Corp.