Benson Dam; Richard Jr
North Dakota — Divide County — Souris River-TR
Location
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Divide |
| River | Souris River-TR |
| Coordinates | 48.78386, -103.45690 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| NID Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1992 |
| Primary Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Richard Benson Jr |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.