Holte Dam; Leonard
Holte Dam; Leonard is an earth dam located in Burke County, North Dakota, built in 1936. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Holte Dam; Leonard
The primary purpose of Holte Dam; Leonard is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by Leonard Holte (private). It impounds the Short Creek-tr.
The dam stands 11 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. Completed in 1936, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Burke |
| River/Stream | Short Creek-tr |
| Coordinates | 48.85278, -102.87681 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 11 ft |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | Leonard Holte |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | ND01158 |
| Federal ID | ND01158 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |