Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam dam
Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam
Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam, located in North Dakota along the Wild Rice River, was completed in 1960 by the US Fish and Wildlife Service Office of Engineering. This earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a length of 580 feet and serves as a fish and wildlife pond with a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and safety.
Managed and funded by the Fish and Wildlife Service, Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem and providing habitat for various wildlife species. With a controlled spillway and other controlled outlet gates, the dam helps regulate water flow and maintain a stable environment for aquatic life. Its location within Sargent County, North Dakota, contributes to the conservation efforts in the region and underscores the importance of water resource management in mitigating climate change impacts.
As a key infrastructure for wildlife conservation and water management, Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of federal agencies in preserving natural habitats. With its strategic design and operational functions, the dam not only supports the local ecosystem but also serves as a model for sustainable resource utilization in the face of changing climatic conditions. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates, the significance of Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam lies in its ability to balance ecological preservation with human needs, showcasing the interconnectedness of water resources and climate resilience.
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 Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Rice River Nr Rutland | 56 cfs | → |
| Sheyenne River At Lisbon | 298 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Nr Oakes | 16 cfs | → |
| James River At Nd-Sd State Line | 581 cfs | → |
| Little Minnesota River Near Peever | 60 cfs | → |
| Antelope Creek At Dwight | 24 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam.
Track Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam
Where does the data for Tewaukon Pool 7 Dam 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.
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