Schofield Dam

Mouse River· Ward, North Dakota· Built 1937· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Schofield Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12.8% in ND)
Dam Length1,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDND00365

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: April 1, 1974
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

Ward County WRB

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schofield Dam?

Schofield 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 Schofield Dam?

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

When was Schofield Dam built?

Schofield Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Schofield Dam?

Schofield 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 Schofield Dam?

Schofield Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Schofield Dam last inspected?

Schofield Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1974. 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.