Summary
Built in 1993 by the USFWS, this earth dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a normal storage of 14.5 acre-feet. The dam has a height of 8 feet and a length of 197 feet, encompassing a surface area of 9 acres and draining a 0.31 square mile watershed.
The dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated. With an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates, the dam is designed to manage water flow from Pipestem Creek-TR and support the local fish and wildlife ecosystem. Although the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it stands as a vital resource for water conservation and climate management efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
197 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
PIPESTEM CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
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.
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