Strawberry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Strawberry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.8% in ND) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 227 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,325 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | ND00363 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Strawberry Lake Dam?
Strawberry 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 Strawberry Lake Dam?
Strawberry Lake 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 Strawberry Lake Dam built?
Strawberry Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Strawberry Lake Dam?
Strawberry Lake 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 Strawberry Lake Dam?
Strawberry Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Strawberry Lake Dam last inspected?
Strawberry Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.