Krog Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Chmela Dam 1 Weisner Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Krog Dam 1, located in Buffalo, South Dakota, was completed in 1947 and stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 540 feet.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam has a maximum storage capacity of 34 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 16 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources and is inspected and enforced by state authorities regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Krog Dam 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, with a maximum discharge capacity of 375 cubic feet per second. The dam is owned by a private entity and is not associated with any federal agency. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it is subject to state jurisdiction and permitting, ensuring its continued operation and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Krog Dam 1 serves as a fascinating example of local infrastructure that contributes to the sustainable management of water resources in South Dakota.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MISSONot RatedI |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
White R Near Oacoma Sd
|
105cfs |
Firesteel Cr Near Mount Vernon Sd
|
0cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
|
3cfs |
James R At Huron Sd
|
548cfs |
James R Near Forestburg Sd
|
560cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Krog Dam 1