Nd No Name 247 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Charbonneau Dam Gordon
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Nd No Name 247, located in Rolette, North Dakota, is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and Works Progress Administration (WPA).
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Summary
This dam, standing at 25 feet tall and 300 feet long, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. The dam has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 156 acre-feet and a surface area of 30 acres.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC), Nd No Name 247 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 5 feet. Despite being in good condition and not rated for condition assessment, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. With its historical significance and ongoing management, Nd No Name 247 is a valuable water resource for the community and surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1933 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
MCGILLIS CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Drainage Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mauvais Coulee Trib No. 3 Nr Cando
|
2cfs |
Willow Creek Nr Willow City
|
10cfs |
Souris River Nr Bantry
|
73cfs |
Mauvais Coulee Nr Cando
|
17cfs |
Little Coulee Nr Leeds
|
0cfs |
Souris River Nr Westhope
|
30cfs |
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.
Nd No Name 247