Hartel East Reservoir Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hartel Dam; Lemoine 1
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Hartel East Reservoir in McKenzie, North Dakota, is a privately owned water supply reservoir regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission.
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Summary
With a storage capacity of 720 acre-feet and a surface area of 24.7 acres, this reservoir plays a crucial role in providing water for various purposes in the region. The dam, standing at a height of 44 feet and a length of 1500 feet, has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Managed by the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Hartel East Reservoir has not been modified in recent years and does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Despite these factors, the reservoir serves as a reliable water source for the area, ensuring water supply needs are met efficiently. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts can appreciate the significance of this reservoir in maintaining water security in the region, while also acknowledging the need for further assessments and plans to enhance its resilience and emergency preparedness.
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
44 |
Surface Area |
24.7 |
Nid Storage |
720 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
44 |
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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.
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