Garrison Dam and Powerhouse, Riverdale, ND

The Garrison Project was began in 1947 & completed in 1954 at a cost of $300 million.  Garrison Dam is the fifth largest earthen dam in the U.S.

The Garrison Dam created Lake Sakakawea the 3rd largest reservoir in the U.S. The lake is 178 miles long and has 1530 miles of shoreline.

Garrison Dam is a multi purpose project providing hydroelectric power, irrigation, flood control, water supply, and recreaton.