Sorenson Pond

Sorenson Pond is a dam located in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.

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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Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateNorth Dakota
CountyMcKenzie
Coordinates47.85125, -103.16013

Physical Characteristics

NID Height24 ft
Dam Height24 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage70 acre-ft
Max Storage70 acre-ft

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerWest Dakota Water
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDND01172
Federal IDND01172
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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