Stevens Dam; Joe dam
Stevens Dam; Joe
Stevens Dam; Joe, located in Barnes, North Dakota, along the Sheyenne River, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. Built in 1967 by USDA NRCS, this privately-owned earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a tranquil oasis for visitors seeking refuge in nature. With a height of 25.6 feet and a length of 669 feet, Stevens Dam; Joe boasts a storage capacity of 154 acre-feet, offering a vital source of water for the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Stevens Dam; Joe remains regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC), ensuring that it meets state standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and valve outlet gate provide essential mechanisms for managing water flow and preventing potential flooding. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam's structural integrity and risk management measures suggest a commitment to safeguarding both the environment and nearby communities in the face of changing climate conditions.
In the heart of the Midwest, Stevens Dam; Joe stands as a symbol of resilience and sustainability in the face of climate challenges. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates continue to seek innovative solutions for water resource management, this earth dam serves as a reminder of the vital role that infrastructure plays in shaping our relationship with the natural world. With a focus on recreation, conservation, and safety, Stevens Dam; Joe embodies the harmonious balance between human development and environmental protection in an ever-changing world.
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 Stevens Dam; Joe -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sheyenne River Below Baldhill Dam | 666 cfs | → |
| Maple River Nr Enderlin | 105 cfs | → |
| Sheyenne River At Lisbon | 707 cfs | → |
| Baldhill Creek Nr Dazey | 29 cfs | → |
| James River At Lamoure | 447 cfs | → |
| James River At Jamestown | 327 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stevens Dam; Joe.
Boat launches
- 109th Avenue Southeast Barnes County
- Mill Road Ransom County
- 63 1/2 Street Southeast North Dakota
- 102nd Avenue Southeast North Dakota
- 90th Avenue Southeast Adrian
Track Stevens Dam; Joe in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Stevens Dam; Joe
Where does the data for Stevens Dam; Joe 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Stevens Dam; Joe.