Lake Josephine
Key Takeaway
Lake Josephine is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 1,936 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 355 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00418 |
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
TUTTLE WILDLIFE CLUB
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Josephine?
Lake Josephine 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 Lake Josephine?
Lake Josephine is owned by TUTTLE WILDLIFE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Josephine built?
Lake Josephine was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Lake Josephine?
Lake Josephine serves the following purposes: 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 Lake Josephine?
Lake Josephine 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.