Obach Dam; Mike 2 dam
Obach Dam; Mike 2
Located in Stark County, North Dakota, Obach Dam; Mike 2, also known as Wetland #2, was completed in 2001 by the US Fish and Wildlife Service. This private dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with a primary purpose of providing habitat for local wildlife. Standing at a height of 8.4 feet and a length of 542 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 59.6 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.5 acres.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, Obach Dam is regulated and inspected to ensure its structural integrity and environmental impact. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam poses a moderate risk and is classified as having a risk level of 3. While it currently does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, the dam is monitored regularly to mitigate any potential threats or hazards. With its uncontrolled spillway and earth construction, Obach Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the North Creek-TR watershed.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Obach Dam; Mike 2 to be a fascinating case study of how man-made structures can support and enhance natural habitats. As a key element in the local ecosystem, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices in preserving the biodiversity of the region. With its unique design and purpose, Obach Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human development and environmental conservation.
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 Obach Dam; Mike 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Heart River Nr South Heart | 2 cfs | → |
| Green River Nr New Hradec | 2 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River At Medora | 43 cfs | → |
| Knife River At Manning | 1 cfs | → |
| Deep Creek Nr Amidon | 0 cfs | → |
| Heart River Nr Richardton | 12 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Obach Dam; Mike 2.
Boat launches
- 114th Avenue Southwest Stark County
- 8th Street Southwest Stark County
- 30th Avenue Southwest Stark County
Campgrounds
- Belfield Dam - Nd Gfd
- Patterson Lake Rec Area Campground
- Roundup Horse Group Campground
- Cottonwood - Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Sully Creek State Rec Area
- Medora City Campground
Paddle runs
- Southern Boundary Of The South Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park To Northern Boundary Of The South Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Southern Boundary Of The Elkhorn Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park To Northern Boundary Of The Elkhorn Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Track Obach Dam; Mike 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Obach Dam; Mike 2
Where does the data for Obach Dam; Mike 2 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 Low 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 Obach Dam; Mike 2.