Center Mine Sed Pond 4 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Center Mine Sed Pond 4, also known as Baukol-Noonan Set P#4, is a privately owned earth dam located in Oliver County, North Dakota.
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Summary
Completed in 1989, this dam has a height of 31.5 feet and a storage capacity of 390 acre-feet. It serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the state with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place.
Situated on Hagel Creek, Center Mine Sed Pond 4 has a spillway width of 100 feet and a low hazard potential. With a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam is equipped with a single slide gate for outlet control. The overall condition of the structure is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and monitoring to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of potential climate-related challenges.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Center Mine Sed Pond 4 presents an interesting case study of a privately owned earth dam in a rural setting. Its design by Baukol-Noonan and state regulation showcase the importance of infrastructure maintenance and risk management in the context of changing environmental conditions. As efforts to address climate change intensify, understanding and maintaining structures like this dam will be crucial for ensuring water security and resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Height |
31.5 |
River Or Stream |
HAGEL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
390 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Center Mine Sed Pond 4