Spirit Lake Bia 5
North Dakota — Benson County — Sheyenne River -TR
Location
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Benson |
| River | Sheyenne River -TR |
| Coordinates | 48.01070, -98.86700 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,577 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,170,994 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,170,994 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 27, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1987 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BIA |
| Other Name | Devils Lake, Lake of Spirits |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.