Sorenson Pond is a dam located in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 24 ft24 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Sorenson Pond
The primary purpose of Sorenson Pond is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by West Dakota Water (private).
The dam stands 24 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 70 acre-feet.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life.
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Location
| State | North Dakota |
| County | McKenzie |
| Coordinates | 47.85125, -103.16013 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | West Dakota Water |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | ND01172 |
| Federal ID | ND01172 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |