Williams Dam; Lee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Williams Dam in Lee, North Dakota, is a private structure designed by USFWS to serve as a fish and wildlife pond.


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Summary

Completed in 1991, this earth dam stands at a height of 7.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 433 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is to support fish and wildlife activities in the area, with a normal storage level of 175.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 64.6 acres.

Located in Nelson County, the dam regulates the flow of the E & W Stump Lake-TR stream and is under the jurisdiction of the NDSWC. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 20 feet, and the dam features a single vertical lift outlet gate. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated", indicating a need for further inspection and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality in supporting local wildlife and water resources.

Overall, Williams Dam plays a vital role in the conservation efforts of the region, providing crucial support for fish and wildlife activities while also managing water flow and storage. With moderate risk assessment and a focus on environmental management, it serves as an essential structure for both the local ecosystem and the community at large, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1991

Dam Height

7.5

River Or Stream

E & W STUMP LAKE-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

64.6

Drainage Area

1.6

Nid Storage

433

Outlet Gates

Vertical Lift - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

8
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.
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