Hartel Dam; Lemoine 1, located in McKenzie County, North Dakota, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1981 by the NRCS for the primary purpose of irrigation. The dam stands at a height of 12.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 50.1 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 24.7 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 4800 feet and has a surface area of 6.8 acres, serving the Cherry Creek-TR river system.

The dam, classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, is regulated and inspected by the North Dakota State Water Commission. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 36 feet and does not have any outlet gates. Despite its condition being marked as "Not Rated," the dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality for irrigation purposes.

With a state-regulated status and a private ownership type, Hartel Dam; Lemoine 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Its construction and maintenance are essential for providing irrigation water to the surrounding agricultural lands, highlighting the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources.