Charbonneau Dam, also known as Border Line Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Rolette, North Dakota.
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Built in 1935 by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a structural height of 16 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a normal storage capacity of 134 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 285 acre-feet. The dam is situated on McGillis Creek and is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission.
Despite its age, Charbonneau Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. It underwent structural modifications in 1971 and has one other controlled outlet gate. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 350 feet. While the condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, it is regularly inspected and permitted by the state regulatory agency. With its picturesque location and recreational offerings, Charbonneau Dam continues to be a valuable water resource and climate asset in North Dakota.
Years Modified |
1971 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
MCGILLIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
16.6 |
Nid Storage |
285 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Mauvais Coulee Trib No. 3 Nr Cando
|
2cfs |
Willow Creek Nr Willow City
|
10cfs |
Mauvais Coulee Nr Cando
|
17cfs |
Souris River Nr Bantry
|
73cfs |
Little Coulee Nr Leeds
|
0cfs |
Souris River Nr Westhope
|
30cfs |