Fogderud & Haugen Dam, located in Barnes, North Dakota, was completed in 1978 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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The dam, designed by SCS-ENV, is an earth dam with a height of 28 feet and a length of 222 feet. It has a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.6 acres, serving the Bald Hill Creek-TR.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is under state jurisdiction and is subject to state inspections and enforcement. It has an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet and no outlet gates. While the condition assessment is not rated and there are no emergency action plans in place, the dam still provides valuable recreational opportunities for the local community.
Overall, Fogderud & Haugen Dam plays a vital role in the water resource infrastructure of North Dakota. It serves as a recreational destination while also being monitored for its safety and risk management measures. As a significant earth dam with a long history of operation, it highlights the importance of balancing water resource management with environmental and safety considerations in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
222 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
BALD HILL CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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West Ashtabula Crossing
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Clinton A. Brown Memorial Park
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East Ashtabula Crossing
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Eggerts Landing
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