Kathryn Dam

Sheyenne River· Barnes, North Dakota· Built 1934· Other· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kathryn 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 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND)
Dam Length54 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage267 acre-ft
Normal Storage267 acre-ft
Surface Area89 acres
Drainage Area8,000 sq mi
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)
Year Modified2020
NID IDND00075

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 9, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

Barnes County WRB

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kathryn Dam?

Kathryn 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 Kathryn Dam?

Kathryn Dam is owned by Barnes County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kathryn Dam built?

Kathryn 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 Kathryn Dam?

Kathryn Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kathryn Dam?

Kathryn Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Kathryn Dam last inspected?

Kathryn Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.