Afw Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Afw Dam, also known as Ebertowski Wetland Restoration, is a privately owned structure located in Walsh County, North Dakota.


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Summary

Completed in 2001 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 382.9 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to support fish and wildlife habitats in the area, contributing to conservation efforts in the region.

With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Afw Dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC) and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The dam features a vertical lift outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway type, ensuring controlled water release during high flow periods. The structure's condition is currently not rated, but it undergoes regular inspections to maintain its integrity and safety standards.

Situated along the Red River-TR, Afw Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting biodiversity in the surrounding area. As a key component of the local ecosystem, this dam highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices and conservation initiatives for climate and water resource enthusiasts to appreciate and support.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Height

8.4

River Or Stream

RED RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

123

Drainage Area

2

Nid Storage

382.9

Outlet Gates

Vertical Lift - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

8
       
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Dam Data Reference

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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