Mack Dam; Richard 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Mack Dam; Richard 2, also known as Wetland 2, is a privately owned structure located in Bowman, North Dakota.


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Summary

This earth dam was completed in 2000 and serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 122.9 acre-feet. The dam has a height of 13.5 feet and a length of 725 feet, providing a surface area of 13.8 acres for various aquatic habitats.

Managed by the North Dakota State Water Commission, Mack Dam; Richard 2 is regulated and inspected for safety and environmental compliance. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled with a width of 250 feet, and the overall hazard potential is rated as low. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and management to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding community and wildlife.

With its primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife habitats, Mack Dam; Richard 2 plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water resource management. The structure's location on Lightning Creek-TR in North Dakota provides valuable conservation opportunities while also serving as a recreational area for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in sustainable water resource practices.

Year Completed

2000

Dam Length

725

Dam Height

13.5

River Or Stream

LIGHTNING CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.8

Drainage Area

3.88

Nid Storage

122.9

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.
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