Uekert Dam; E. E. Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sentinel Butte Dam Camel Butte Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Uekert Dam, located in Golden Valley, North Dakota, was completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital irrigation resource along the North Fork Garner Creek.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, making it an essential water source for agricultural activities in the area. Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a surface area of 30 acres and a drainage area of 9 square miles, Uekert Dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. The dam's spillway, with a width of 230 feet, utilizes an uncontrolled design to manage water levels during periods of high flow. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term resilience and effectiveness in water resource management.
As a key infrastructure for irrigation purposes, Uekert Dam continues to support the agricultural community in Golden Valley, North Dakota, demonstrating the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating climate-related challenges. With its strategic design and regulatory oversight, the dam serves as a critical component in enhancing water security and resilience in the face of evolving climatic conditions. This exemplifies the collaborative efforts between private ownership, state regulatory agencies, and federal design entities in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK GARNER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Drainage Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Visitors Center - Beach
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Golva City Park
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Buffalo Gap
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Buffalo Gap Campground
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Uekert Dam; E. E.