Chalupnik Dam; Albert Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Chalupnik Dam, located in Dunn County, North Dakota, is a private earth dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1966, this dam stands at a height of 23 feet and a length of 700 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Crooked Creek, plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the surrounding area while also serving as a habitat for small fish and wildlife.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC), Chalupnik Dam is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is considered to be in good condition, although it has not been officially rated. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has a spillway width of 100 feet to manage any excess water flow effectively. The dam's location in a rural setting adds to its appeal as a valuable resource for both water supply and environmental conservation efforts.
Overall, Chalupnik Dam; Albert serves as a critical infrastructure for fire protection and livestock water supply in the region. Its construction and maintenance are overseen by state regulatory agencies, ensuring its compliance with safety standards. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Chalupnik play a vital role in managing and sustaining these valuable natural resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.76 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Chalupnik Dam; Albert