Jasper Dam; Del Reservoir Report
Nearby: Atwood Dam Hanson Dam; Milo
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Jasper Dam, located in Kidder, North Dakota, was completed in 1992 and serves as a crucial water resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This private Earth dam with a buttress core stands at 26.6 feet high and has a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 27.9 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Apple Creek-TR, within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Jasper Dam plays a vital role in the local water management system. With a surface area of 3.9 acres and a drainage area of 0.21 square miles, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 70 feet wide. Furthermore, the dam features an outlet gate for controlled water release, ensuring efficient water flow and management during emergencies. While the dam is not currently rated in terms of condition assessment, its risk assessment is moderate, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance.
Overall, Jasper Dam serves as a key asset for water storage and management in North Dakota, providing essential functions for local fire protection and agriculture. With its strategic location and design, the dam contributes to the overall water infrastructure of the region, enhancing resilience to climate challenges and supporting the sustainable use of water resources in the area.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Height |
26.6 |
River Or Stream |
APPLE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Jasper Dam; Del