Faye Water Containment Reservoir Report
Nearby: Johnsrud Dam; Miles Sorenson Pond
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Faye Water Containment in McKenzie, North Dakota, is a privately owned water supply facility designed by Brosz Engineering, Inc.
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Summary
This structure is regulated by the North Dakota State Water Commission, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement all falling under state jurisdiction. With a storage capacity of 172 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.19 acres, Faye Water Containment plays a crucial role in providing water supply to the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Faye Water Containment has not been rated for its condition assessment. The facility has not been modified in recent years and lacks information on emergency action plans, risk assessments, and inundation maps. While the dam's structural integrity remains unknown, its primary purpose of supplying water signifies its importance in the region's water resource management.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Faye Water Containment a fascinating case study in the regulatory framework and infrastructure development of water supply systems. With its unique characteristics and state oversight, this facility highlights the intersection of water management, engineering design, and regulatory compliance in ensuring sustainable water resources for the community.
Dam Height |
24 |
Surface Area |
8.19 |
Nid Storage |
172 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Faye Water Containment