Matejcek Dam

North Dakota — Walsh County — Middle Branch Forest River

Location

StateNorth Dakota
CountyWalsh
RiverMiddle Branch Forest River
Coordinates48.22566, -97.92771

Physical Characteristics

NID Height76 ft
Dam Height76 ft
Dam Length1,175 ft
NID Storage9,000 acre-ft
Max Storage9,000 acre-ft
Surface Area135 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 2, 2022
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1966
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerWalsh County WRB
Other NameMiddle South Branch Forest River 1

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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.

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