Muggli Dam; Victor 5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Opp Dam; Marvin Gerving Dam; Glenn 2
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Muggli Dam, also known as Victor 5, is a privately owned recreational dam located in Morton County, North Dakota.
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Summary
Built in 1969 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 377 feet in length. Situated on Big Muddy Creek, the dam serves as a popular spot for recreational activities, offering a surface area of 4 acres and a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC), Muggli Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state standards. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam provides a safe environment for visitors to enjoy fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. While the dam does not have outlet gates or locks, its uncontrolled spillway with a width of 17 feet helps regulate water levels during periods of increased flow.
Overall, Muggli Dam is a well-maintained recreational structure that contributes to the local water resource management efforts in North Dakota. Its design and construction by USDA NRCS, along with its state-regulated status and low hazard potential, make it a valuable asset for both water enthusiasts and the community.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
377 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
BIG MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Muggli Dam; Victor 5