C Klein Dam dam
C Klein Dam
C Klein Dam, located in Todd, South Dakota, is a privately owned structure regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Standing at a height of 20 feet and stretching 330 feet in length, this earth dam was completed in 1946 along the TR-KEYAPAHA RIVER. With a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet, the dam serves a crucial role in regulating water flow and providing flood protection in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential, C Klein Dam's condition is currently not rated, and details on its inspection frequency and emergency preparedness are unavailable. The dam's primary purpose and specific design features are not specified, but its location within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers suggests a level of federal oversight. As climate change continues to impact water resources, enthusiasts monitoring the intersection of water management and climate adaptation may find C Klein Dam a compelling case study for exploring the complexities of private ownership and state regulation in the context of water infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, C Klein Dam presents an intriguing blend of historical significance, hydrological functionality, and regulatory dynamics. Its presence along the TR-KEYAPAHA RIVER underscores the interconnectedness of water systems and the importance of infrastructure maintenance in the face of shifting climate patterns. As discussions around dam safety and emergency response intensify, C Klein Dam serves as a focal point for examining the intersection of public policy, environmental stewardship, and community resilience in water resource management.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around C Klein Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Keya Paha R Near Keyapaha Sd | 22 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River Near Sparks | 671 cfs | → |
| Little White R Near Rosebud Sd | 125 cfs | → |
| Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd | 52 cfs | → |
| Little White R Below White River Sd | 104 cfs | → |
| White River Near White River | 26 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near C Klein Dam.
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About C Klein Dam
Where does the data for C Klein Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of C Klein Dam.