Schlenker Dam
Key Takeaway
Schlenker Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 83.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00113 |
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
McIntosh County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Schlenker Dam?
Schlenker 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 Schlenker Dam?
Schlenker Dam is owned by McIntosh County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schlenker Dam built?
Schlenker Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Schlenker Dam?
Schlenker Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schlenker Dam?
Schlenker Dam has a dam height of 28 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.