Fargo-moorhead Diversion

High Hazard ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyClay
Nearest CityFargo-Moorhead
River/StreamRed River
Coordinates46.70589, -96.78379

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height54 ft
Dam Height54 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage512,000 acre-ft
Max Storage512,000 acre-ft
Drainage Area6,800 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerFargo, Moorhead, Diversion Authority
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN01721
Federal IDMN01721
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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