Gustafson Dam, located in Curtis, North Dakota, is a private earth dam completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or a small fish pond.
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The dam stands at a height of 23.7 feet and has a storage capacity of 91.5 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40.6 acre-feet. Situated on the South Branch Park River, the dam serves a drainage area of 2.46 square miles and covers a surface area of 6.2 acres.
With a spillway width of 60 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has been modified structurally in 1994 to enhance its functionality. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk rating, the dam is not currently rated for its condition. The North Dakota State Water Commission regulates and oversees the operations, inspections, and enforcement of the dam, ensuring its compliance with state permitting and regulatory requirements. Gustafson Dam is a vital water resource for the region, providing essential services for fire protection, livestock, and recreational fishing.
Years Modified |
1994 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
134 |
Dam Height |
23.7 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH BRANCH PARK RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.2 |
Drainage Area |
2.46 |
Nid Storage |
91.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Forest River Nr Fordville
|
32cfs |
Park River At Grafton
|
26cfs |
Tongue River At Akra
|
53cfs |
Forest River At Minto
|
44cfs |
Edmore Coulee Nr Edmore
|
38cfs |
Little South Pembina River Nr Walhalla
|
5cfs |