Bouret Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wood Lake Marsh Dam Sheyenne Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bouret Dam, also known as Twin Tree Dam, is a historic masonry structure located on the Sheyenne River in Benson County, North Dakota.
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Summary
Built by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1939, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and serving as a small fish pond. With a height of 10 feet and a length of 650 feet, Bouret Dam has a normal storage capacity of 334 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 73 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and is primarily constructed of masonry and stone with a buttress core type and soil foundation. While it has not been rated for condition assessment, Bouret Dam has a moderate risk rating and is considered to be in satisfactory condition overall. As a key structure for water resource management in the region, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water storage for agricultural and environmental purposes. With its rich history and functional design, Bouret Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SHEYENNE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
73 |
Drainage Area |
1350 |
Nid Storage |
334 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
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.
Bouret Dam