Steffan Bros Dam 7 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Steffan Bros Dam 7, also known as Wetland 7, is a privately owned dam located in Billings, North Dakota.
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Summary
Built in 1994 by the USFWS, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 13 feet and a length of 713 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 79.8 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.1 acres.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, Steffan Bros Dam 7 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. The dam is situated on Indian Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and not having a condition assessment, the dam is considered to have moderate risk, with no emergency action plan currently in place.
Despite its low hazard potential, Steffan Bros Dam 7 is a key asset for fire protection, water storage, and aquatic ecosystem management in the region. As a privately owned structure, it plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance and water resource sustainability in the area. With its strategic location and multi-purpose design, the dam serves as a testament to the importance of private ownership in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
713 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Drainage Area |
8.98 |
Nid Storage |
79.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Steffan Bros Dam 7