Iglehart Dam; Donald dam
Iglehart Dam; Donald
Iglehart Dam, located in North Dakota, was completed in 1964 and is owned privately. The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 60 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. The dam is primarily made of earth and stone, with a spillway type of uncontrolled. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission and undergoes regular inspections.
Situated on the WEST BR DOUGLAS CR river or stream, the Iglehart Dam is in McLean County, North Dakota. It falls under the jurisdiction of the NDSWC and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it is considered to have met guidelines for emergency action preparedness. Although the dam does not have outlet gates or associated structures, it serves as a recreational site for the local community, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based recreation.
The Iglehart Dam is an integral part of the local landscape, providing both practical water storage capabilities and recreational opportunities for visitors. Designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam's earth and stone construction allows for a maximum storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. With its uncontrolled spillway and low hazard potential, the dam presents a moderate risk that is managed through state regulations and regular inspections. As a privately-owned structure, the Iglehart Dam contributes to the environmental and social fabric of the region, offering a balance between water resource management and recreational enjoyment.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Iglehart Dam; Donald -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deepwater Creek At Mouth Nr Raub | 4 cfs | → |
| Knife River At Hazen | 50 cfs | → |
| Spring Creek At Zap | 14 cfs | → |
| E. Fork Shell Creek Nr Parshall | 13 cfs | → |
| Knife River Nr Golden Valley | 10 cfs | → |
| Square Butte Creek Below Center | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Iglehart Dam; Donald.
Track Iglehart Dam; Donald in the Snoflo app
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About Iglehart Dam; Donald
Where does the data for Iglehart Dam; Donald come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Iglehart Dam; Donald.