Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam dam
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam
Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam, located in LaMoure, North Dakota, is a significant water resource managed by the local government for recreational purposes. Built in 1970 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 2463 feet, with a storage capacity of 174.3 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Bone Hill Creek-TR, is regulated by the NDSWC and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its structural integrity and safety.
Despite its low hazard potential, Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) according to the data provided. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and one outlet valve. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not been modified in recent years and is equipped to handle emergency situations. The risk management measures for the dam, including emergency action plans and contact information, are not explicitly outlined in the data, suggesting a need for further risk assessment and planning to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam will find it to be a valuable recreational asset in North Dakota, providing storage for 103.3 acre-feet of water over a surface area of 16.2 acres. With a designated purpose for recreation, the dam serves as a focal point for outdoor activities while also contributing to the local ecosystem. As a part of the St. Paul District under the USACE, the dam's management and operation adhere to state regulations and guidelines, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| James River At Jamestown | 375 cfs | → |
| James River At Lamoure | 530 cfs | → |
| Pipestem Creek Nr Pingree | 90 cfs | → |
| Sheyenne River Below Baldhill Dam | 522 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Nr Oakes | 15 cfs | → |
| Maple R At Nd-Sd State Line | 16 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam.
Boat launches
- Hehn-Schaffer Lake Boating Access
- 90th Avenue Southeast Adrian
- State Highway 13 Edgeley
- 53rd Avenue Southeast Logan County
- Stutsman County
Track Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam
Where does the data for Schlenker (Lehr-Beglau) Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
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