Dohrmann Dam; Russell dam
Dohrmann Dam; Russell
Dohrmann Dam in Russell, North Dakota, is a privately-owned structure designed by USFWS and completed in 1995 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. This earth dam stands at a height of 10.5 feet and has a length of 753 feet, with a storage capacity of 89.5 acre-feet. The dam is located on Deep Creek-TR in Stark County, North Dakota, and is regulated by the NDSWC, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
The low hazard potential of Dohrmann Dam is reflected in its moderate risk assessment rating. Despite being not rated in terms of its condition assessment, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 400 feet. The structure also features a vertical lift outlet gate and is associated with a drainage area of 0.73 square miles. While the last inspection date and condition assessment are not specified, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unknown.
Overall, Dohrmann Dam serves as a vital resource for fire protection, livestock, and recreational purposes in the region. Its location in Stark County, North Dakota, highlights its importance in the local water resource management system. As climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals monitor and assess the condition and risk profile of Dohrmann Dam, its role in safeguarding the surrounding area against potential hazards and emergencies remains a key focus for ongoing maintenance and oversight.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Dohrmann Dam; Russell -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Heart River Nr Richardton | 22 cfs | → |
| Heart River Nr South Heart | 1 cfs | → |
| Knife River At Manning | 1 cfs | → |
| Green River Nr New Hradec | 1 cfs | → |
| Knife River Nr Golden Valley | 13 cfs | → |
| Heart R Ab Lake Tschida Nr Glen Ullin | 24 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dohrmann Dam; Russell.
Boat launches
- 30th Avenue Southwest Stark County
- 8th Street Southwest Stark County
- 114th Avenue Southwest Stark County
- Lake Ilo Boating Access
Campgrounds
Paddle runs
- Southern Boundary Of The South Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park To Northern Boundary Of The South Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Southern Boundary Of The Elkhorn Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park To Northern Boundary Of The Elkhorn Unit Of Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Track Dohrmann Dam; Russell in the Snoflo app
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About Dohrmann Dam; Russell
Where does the data for Dohrmann Dam; Russell come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Dohrmann Dam; Russell.