Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam
Key Takeaway
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 2,463 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00226 |
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
LaMoure County WRB
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam?
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) 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 (Lehr-Beglau) Dam?
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam is owned by LaMoure County WRB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam built?
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 (Lehr-Beglau) Dam?
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) 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 Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam?
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam last inspected?
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.