Christine Reservoir Report
Nearby: Christine Dam Hickson Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Christine, a local government-owned dam located in Oxbow, North Dakota, serves a critical role in grade stabilization along the Red River in Wilkin County, Minnesota.
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Summary
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, this stone dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 1502 acre-feet, helping to control water flow and prevent erosion in the area. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Christine has not undergone recent modifications and last underwent inspection in May 2015.
With its primary purpose being grade stabilization, Christine plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from the impacts of flooding and erosion along the Red River. This dam, constructed with a buttress core type, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in safeguarding communities and infrastructure from the unpredictable forces of nature. While currently meeting regulatory standards and enforcement requirements, maintaining and monitoring Christine remains crucial to ensuring its continued effectiveness in the face of changing climate conditions.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Christine in mitigating the impacts of climate change on our water systems is paramount. With its strategic location and role in grade stabilization along the Red River, this dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water resources, infrastructure, and environmental protection. By staying informed and engaged in the upkeep and management of crucial water infrastructure like Christine, we can work towards building a more resilient and sustainable future in the face of a changing climate.
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Stone |
Drainage Area |
4181 |
Nid Storage |
1502 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Christine