Schwalbe Dam; Delry
Key Takeaway
Schwalbe Dam; Delry is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75.9% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00742 |
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
Delry Schwalbe
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Schwalbe Dam; Delry?
Schwalbe Dam; Delry 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 Schwalbe Dam; Delry?
Schwalbe Dam; Delry is owned by Delry Schwalbe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schwalbe Dam; Delry built?
Schwalbe Dam; Delry was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Schwalbe Dam; Delry?
Schwalbe Dam; Delry 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 Schwalbe Dam; Delry?
Schwalbe Dam; Delry 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 Schwalbe Dam; Delry last inspected?
Schwalbe Dam; Delry was last inspected on August 15, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.