Beaver Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 562 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 953 acres |
| Drainage Area | 179 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00368 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Logan County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam is owned by Logan County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Lake Dam built?
Beaver Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Beaver Lake Dam last inspected?
Beaver Lake Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.