North Dam

North Dam is an embankment dam in Grant County that spans across an old riverbed and helps feed a major lake system. The structure stores and distributes water for regional needs through a network of canals and connected facilities.

The dam was completed in 1951 as part of a regional water management project. Its development responded to the need for reliable water supply to support farming and communities in the area.

The dam forms Banks Lake with Dry Falls Dam, supporting the regional agricultural development through the Columbia Basin Project's irrigation systems.

The dam is best viewed from nearby roads and offers vantage points for visitors. The best time to visit is during clear weather when you can see the lake and surrounding landscape clearly.

The system connects to multiple water storage facilities and pump stations, making it part of a complex network. This interconnection shows how individual structures work together to move water across long distances.

Location: Grant County

GPS coordinates: 47.94080,-119.01700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:26