Wallace Dam; Chuck Jr 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Wallace Dam; Chuck Jr 3, also known as Wetland #1, is a private dam located in Adams, North Dakota.
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Summary
Built in 2004 by the USFWS, this earth dam stands at a height of 7 feet and spans a length of 530 feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond, with a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 12.3 acre-feet.
The dam is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission (NDSWC) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Wallace Dam; Chuck Jr 3 is considered to be in fair condition although its condition assessment has not been rated. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled with a width of 60 feet, and there are no outlet gates associated with the structure.
Despite its modest size and purpose, Wallace Dam; Chuck Jr 3 plays a crucial role in fire protection and water resource management in the area. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a reliable asset for the local community while also providing a habitat for wildlife in the form of Wetland #1.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
CEDAR CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Wallace Dam; Chuck Jr 3