Pipestone Wild Dev Pond 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Pipestone Wild Dev Pond 1, located in Wells County, North Dakota, is a federal-owned structure designed by the USBOR with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1988, this earth dam stands at a height of 8.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 244 acre-feet, with a surface area of 40.6 acres. The dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Situated along the Pipestem Creek, this pond plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing a habitat for various wildlife species. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is considered to be in good condition and poses minimal danger to surrounding areas. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and functionality.
Managed by the St. Paul District of the USACE, Pipestone Wild Dev Pond 1 features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 74 feet and a vertical lift outlet gate. Although the dam has not been assessed for emergency action preparedness, it is equipped to handle potential risks and is considered to meet regulatory guidelines. Overall, this pond serves as a valuable resource for water conservation and wildlife preservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Height |
8.4 |
River Or Stream |
PIPESTEM CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40.6 |
Drainage Area |
1.13 |
Nid Storage |
244 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Pipestone Wild Dev Pond 1