Stroh Fish Dam; Elizabeth Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Stroh Fish Dam in Elizabeth, North Dakota, is a privately-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1970.
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Summary
With a height of 25 feet and a length of 396 feet, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond. The dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres, providing vital water resources for the surrounding area.
Located on the Knife-TR river in Dunn County, North Dakota, Stroh Fish Dam plays a key role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is not currently rated for its condition. With a spillway width of 50 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release.
As a significant water infrastructure project in the area, Stroh Fish Dam highlights the importance of proper dam management and maintenance for sustainable water resource utilization. With its unique design and multi-purpose functionality, this dam serves as a valuable asset for both fire protection and aquatic habitat preservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
396 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
KNIFE-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Stroh Fish Dam; Elizabeth