Daub Dam dam
Daub Dam
Daub Dam, also known as Arroda Lake, is a state-owned structure located in Oliver County, North Dakota. Built in 1971 by NDSWC, this earth dam stands at a height of 64.3 feet and has a structural height of 79 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 1346 acre-feet and a surface area of 43.4 acres, the dam is situated on the Missouri-TR river and falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of NDSWC.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, Daub Dam is currently in a condition that has not been rated. The last inspection in April 2016 confirmed its moderate risk level, with no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared or updated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 28 feet and is equipped with two valve outlet gates. With a drainage area of 6.2 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region and is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data surrounding Daub Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam engineering and management. With its significant hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, understanding and monitoring the condition of this earth structure is crucial for ensuring the safety of nearby residents and recreational users. The dam's role in providing water storage and recreational opportunities further underscores its importance in the local ecosystem and the need for continued regulatory oversight and maintenance.
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 Daub Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Square Butte Creek Below Center | 1 cfs | → |
| Knife River At Hazen | 50 cfs | → |
| Sweetbriar Creek Nr Judson | 2 cfs | → |
| Burnt Creek Nr Bismarck | 1 cfs | → |
| Heart River Nr Mandan | 74 cfs | → |
| Spring Creek At Zap | 14 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Daub Dam.
Boat launches
- State Highway 200 Alternate Oliver County
- State Highway 200 Alternate Mercer County
- State Highway 200 Alternate Washburn
- 35th Avenue Southwest Oliver County
- Oliver County
Campgrounds
- Lake Sakakawea Sp - Fishing Point
- Sweetbriar Lake-Northwest Ramp - Nd Gfd
- Sweet Briar Lake
- Sweetbriar Lake - Southeast Ramp - Nd Gfd
- Crown Butte Dam
- Hazen Bay Rec Area Campground
Paddle runs
Track Daub Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Daub Dam
Where does the data for Daub 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 Significant 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 Daub Dam.