Stewart Dam

DEEP CREEK-TR· Slope, North Dakota· Built 1936· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Stewart Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 38.2% in ND)
Dam Length1,045 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.1K acre-ft
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge2,228 cfs
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)
NID IDND00349

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: September 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NDSWC

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stewart Dam?

Stewart 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 Stewart Dam?

Stewart Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stewart Dam built?

Stewart Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Stewart Dam?

Stewart Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Stewart Dam last inspected?

Stewart Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2017. 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.