Lynch Dam

Middle Branch Goose River-TR· Steele, North Dakota· Built 1934· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lynch 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 22 ft (taller than 71.2% in ND)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)
Year Modified2004
NID IDND00996

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: August 2, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

Steele County WRB

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lynch Dam?

Lynch 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 Lynch Dam?

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

When was Lynch Dam built?

Lynch 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 Lynch Dam?

Lynch 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 Lynch Dam?

Lynch Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lynch Dam last inspected?

Lynch Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2005. 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.