Schneider Dam; Reuben Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Schneider Dam, located in Dunn County, North Dakota, was completed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS and is privately owned.
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Summary
This earth dam is primarily used for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 18 feet with a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. The dam sits on Crooked Creek-TR and covers a surface area of 7 acres with a drainage area of 0.43 square miles.
Managed by the NDSWC, Schneider Dam has a spillway width of 70 feet and is classified as having a low hazard potential. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a risk level of 3 out of 5. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and it has not undergone recent inspections or had an Emergency Action Plan prepared.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Schneider Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management. With its unique design and recreational focus, this earth dam offers valuable insights into the challenges and responsibilities associated with maintaining water infrastructure in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Schneider Dam; Reuben