Braasch Dam; Wallace Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Braasch Dam, also known as Horus Dam or Leonard, is a privately owned earth dam located in McLean, North Dakota.
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Summary
Completed in 1991, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock management, and small fish pond creation. With a height of 9 feet and a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, Braasch Dam plays a crucial role in regulating Deep Water Creek-TR and has a low hazard potential.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, Braasch Dam has a spillway width of 100 feet and a surface area of 10.3 acres. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam is inspected periodically to ensure its safety and effectiveness. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, measures are in place to manage any potential risks associated with the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Braasch Dam offers a fascinating example of how private ownership can contribute to water management and conservation efforts. With its diverse purposes and low hazard potential, this earth dam in North Dakota serves as a valuable asset in maintaining the ecological balance of the region while providing essential services to the local community.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
DEEP WATER CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.3 |
Drainage Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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.
Braasch Dam; Wallace