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SCHMIDT-HOLLE DAM

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Soil Dam Sweetbriar Creek-Tr
April 16, 2025


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Schmidt-Holle Dam, also known as Moltzen Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Morton, North Dakota. Built in 1935 by the WPA USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. It has a dam height of 15.3 feet and a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 26.3 acre-feet on Sweetbriar Creek-TR.

Despite being categorized as low hazard potential, Schmidt-Holle Dam underwent structural modifications in 1984 to ensure its continued functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet and a surface area of 7.9 acres, serving an area with a drainage area of 6.05 acres. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management to ensure its safety and reliability for the surrounding community.

Overall, Schmidt-Holle Dam stands as a vital resource for fire protection and stock maintenance in North Dakota. With its rich history dating back to the 1930s and continued regulatory oversight by the NDSWC, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Years_Modified 1984 - Structural
Year_Completed 1935
Dam_Height 15.3
River_Or_Stream SWEETBRIAR CREEK-TR
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 7.9
Drainage_Area 6.05
Nid_Storage 54
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 15
       

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