Geiger Dam, also known as Bill 2, is a privately owned earth dam located in North Dakota, specifically in Sioux County.
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Designed by USFWS, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. Completed in 1961, the dam has a height of 13.7 feet and a length of 445 feet, with a storage capacity of 65.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres.
The dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. It has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and one vertical lift outlet gate. It was last modified in 1995 for structural improvements. Geiger Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, ensuring water availability for fire protection, livestock, and recreational purposes.
Owned by a private entity, Geiger Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water management in the area, contributing to the conservation and utilization of water resources. With its strategic location on Beaver Holes Creek-TR, the dam not only provides essential water storage but also serves as a habitat for small fish. Managed with a focus on safety and efficiency, Geiger Dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Years Modified |
1995 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
445 |
Dam Height |
13.7 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER HOLES CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
1.17 |
Nid Storage |
65.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Cannonball River At Breien
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96cfs |
Beaver Creek Bl Linton
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39cfs |
Long Lake Cr Below Long Lake Nr Moffit
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95cfs |
Cannonball River Nr Raleigh
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40cfs |
Apple Creek Nr Menoken
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59cfs |
Cedar Creek Nr Raleigh
|
20cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Red Warrior Camp
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Oceti Sakowin Camp
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Sacred Stone Camp
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Beaver Creek - Lake Oahe
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