Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Snyder Dam; Dan 4 Mann Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Lefor Dam, also known as Kenneth 2 or Wetland 2, is a privately owned earth dam located in Stark County, North Dakota.
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Summary
Built in 1930, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a primary purpose of providing habitat for fish and wildlife in the area. With a height of 12.5 feet and a length of 440 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 78.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.9 acres.
Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, Lefor Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the dam has not been rated for its current condition, it is important to note that it does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place. With a spillway width of 120 feet, the dam allows for uncontrolled releases during periods of high water flow.
Overall, Lefor Dam plays a vital role in supporting the local ecosystem by providing a habitat for fish and wildlife in the area. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and assess the condition of dams like Lefor to ensure their safety and effectiveness in managing water resources and protecting the environment.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
12.5 |
River Or Stream |
ASH CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.92 |
Nid Storage |
78.5 |
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.
Lefor Dam; Kenneth 2