Weisser Dam dam
Weisser Dam
Weisser Dam, also known as Beaver Creek Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Emmons, North Dakota. Built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 65.2 acre-feet, Weisser Dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on the Beaver Creek-TR, Weisser Dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, the dam has not been rated for its condition. Maintaining a close watch on its risk management measures, the dam authorities have not prepared an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps. With its historical significance, environmental impact, and ongoing management practices, Weisser Dam is a fascinating site for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure, regulation, and conservation efforts.
In a region represented by Congressman Kelly Armstrong (R), Weisser Dam stands as a testament to early conservation efforts and the lasting impact of New Deal-era projects in North Dakota. With its stone core and soil foundation, this earth dam continues to serve the community by providing essential services while also posing moderate risks that require ongoing management and oversight. For those passionate about water resource management and climate resilience, Weisser Dam offers a valuable case study in the intersection of history, engineering, and environmental stewardship.
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 Weisser Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Creek Bl Linton | 31 cfs | → |
| Long Lake Cr Below Long Lake Nr Moffit | 95 cfs | → |
| Oak Cr Near Wakpala Sd | 10 cfs | → |
| Cannonball River At Breien | 52 cfs | → |
| Apple Creek Nr Menoken | 119 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Weisser Dam.
Boat launches
- 96th Street Southeast Emmons County
- Logan County
- Lehr Wma Boating Access
- Mundt Lake Boating Access
- State Highway 1804 Emmons County
Track Weisser Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Weisser Dam
Where does the data for Weisser 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Weisser Dam.