Kraft Dam; Frank 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carlson Dam Hoffman Dam; Ray 1
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Kraft Dam; Frank 1, located in Grant, North Dakota, is a privately owned earth dam that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Built in 1998, this structure has a dam height of 13 feet and a storage capacity of 179.1 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a spillway width of 300 feet and an outlet gate system consisting of a single vertical lift gate, Kraft Dam; Frank 1 has been classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level. The dam's purpose is to provide habitat for fish and wildlife, making it an essential resource for conservation efforts in the area. Despite its relatively small surface area of 41.1 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting local ecosystems.
While the condition assessment of Kraft Dam; Frank 1 is currently listed as "Not Rated," it is clear that this structure plays a vital role in the water management infrastructure of North Dakota. With its strategic location along the Cannonball River, this dam contributes to the overall resilience of the region's water resources and highlights the importance of sustainable development practices in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
CANNONBALL-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
41.1 |
Drainage Area |
17.2 |
Nid Storage |
179.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift - 1 |
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.
Kraft Dam; Frank 1