Fichter Dam; Connie Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Fichter Dam, also known as Connie, is a privately owned structure located in Dunn County, North Dakota.
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Summary
Completed in 1999, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 13.2 feet and a length of 675 feet, Fichter Dam has a storage capacity of 108.4 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 35.6 acre-feet.
Situated on Spring Creek, this dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and is subjected to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The spillway of Fichter Dam is uncontrolled with a width of 160 feet, and the outlet gate is a vertical lift type. The hazard potential of the dam is rated as low, but the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fichter Dam offers a fascinating example of a privately owned structure designed for multiple purposes in managing water resources. With its unique design and regulatory oversight, this dam showcases the importance of proper management and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of such infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
675 |
Dam Height |
13.2 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.9 |
Drainage Area |
6.23 |
Nid Storage |
108.4 |
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.
Fichter Dam; Connie