Homme Reservoir Nr Park River Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Homme Reservoir near Park River, ND is a man-made lake created in 1967 by the Homme Dam on the Tongue River.
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Summary
The lake is used primarily for flood control, irrigation, and recreation. The surrounding area is primarily agricultural, with crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat. In terms of hydrology, the lake is fed by surface flow from the Tongue River and snowpack melt. The lake also serves as a source of water for the nearby town of Park River. Recreational uses of the lake include fishing, boating, and camping. The lake is stocked with various species of fish, including walleye, northern pike, and catfish. The Homme Reservoir State Recreation Area provides facilities for camping and picnicking, as well as hiking and biking trails.
Reservoir Details
| 24hr Change | None% |
| Percent of Normal | None% |
| Minimum |
0.01
2020-05-05 |
| Maximum |
0.05
2021-06-11 |
| Average | |
| Dam_Height | 50 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 62 |
| Drainage_Area | 226 |
| Year_Completed | 1950 |
| Nid_Storage | 7000 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 72 |
| River_Or_Stream | SOUTH BRANCH OF PARK RIVER |
| Foundations | Soil |
| Surface_Area | 290 |
| Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 4, Uncontrolled - 0, Valve - 1 |
| Dam_Length | 865 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
| Nid_Height | 72 |
Seasonal Comparison
Precipitation, Total, In Levels
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Forest River Nr Fordville
|
32cfs |
Park River At Grafton
|
26cfs |
Forest River At Minto
|
44cfs |
Tongue River At Akra
|
53cfs |
Red River Of The North At Drayton
|
1650cfs |
Little South Pembina River Nr Walhalla
|
5cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Homme Dam
Homme Reservoir Nr Park River