Meyer Dam; Raymond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Meyer Dam in Raymond, North Dakota, stands as a vital water resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Constructed in 1991, this earth dam designed by USFWS spans the Crooked Creek, with a storage capacity of 120.4 acre-feet and a normal storage of 28.6 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to provide essential services while also offering recreational opportunities in its 12.5-acre surface area.
Managed by the private sector, Meyer Dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and undergoes regular inspections for safety and maintenance. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, Meyer Dam plays a crucial role in water management within Grant County, North Dakota. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Meyer Dam presents a unique intersection of ecological conservation and practical water usage.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Height |
9.1 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.5 |
Drainage Area |
7.97 |
Nid Storage |
120.4 |
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.
Meyer Dam; Raymond