Sherry Lake Dam

Little Pend Oreille River· Stevens, Washington· Built 1952· Other·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sherry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length82 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge1,000 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDWA00063

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: June 15, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Kristin KaySouers

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sherry Lake Dam?

Sherry Lake 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 Sherry Lake Dam?

Sherry Lake Dam is owned by Kristin KaySouers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sherry Lake Dam built?

Sherry Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Sherry Lake Dam?

Sherry Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Sherry Lake Dam last inspected?

Sherry Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 1998. 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.