Enot Ratedeka Lake dam
Enot Ratedeka Lake
Enot Ratedeka Lake, located in McPherson, South Dakota, is a significant earth dam structure completed in 1962 with a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 594 acre-feet. Managed by the local government and regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the dam is situated on TR Spring and serves as a crucial water resource in the region. With a hazard potential rated as significant, the condition of the dam is currently not rated, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite the lack of specific purposes listed for Enot Ratedeka Lake, its role in water management and flood control cannot be understated. With a maximum discharge capacity of 0 and a spillway type not specified, the dam's primary function is to store and regulate water flow in the area. The dam's location within the St. Paul District and under state jurisdiction underscores the collaborative efforts involved in managing and maintaining this vital infrastructure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the intricacies of Enot Ratedeka Lake's design, construction, and regulatory oversight present a fascinating case study in dam management. With details such as the dam's designer names and inspection frequency left unspecified, there is ample room for further exploration and research into the history and operations of this essential water infrastructure. The dam's proximity to the river and stream, along with its significant hazard potential, highlights the interconnectedness of water resources and the need for sustainable practices in safeguarding our environment for future generations.
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 Enot Ratedeka Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Cr Near Wakpala Sd | 10 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek Bl Linton | 33 cfs | → |
| Foot Creek Near Aberdeen | 115 cfs | → |
| Elm R At Westport Sd | 31 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Enot Ratedeka Lake.
Track Enot Ratedeka Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Enot Ratedeka Lake
Where does the data for Enot Ratedeka Lake 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 Significant 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 Enot Ratedeka Lake.