Albert Kulm Reservoir Report
Nearby: Allerdings No.1 Calvin Ballensky
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Albert Kulm is a private earth dam located in Walworth, South Dakota, built in 1973.
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Summary
This dam, with a height of 27 feet and a length of 365 feet, serves the primary purpose of water resource management. Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet, Albert Kulm plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated. The dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private ownership and government agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service, highlighting the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing climate challenges and ensuring sustainable water management practices. As an essential structure in the St. Paul District, Albert Kulm contributes to the resilience of the local ecosystem and communities against the impacts of climate change.
As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates continue to monitor and address the challenges posed by a changing climate, structures like Albert Kulm serve as vital components in the overall strategy for climate adaptation and water resource management. With its regulated status, low hazard potential, and state-of-the-art construction, Albert Kulm stands as a beacon of effective collaboration and stewardship in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
365 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TRIMISSONot RatedI |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oak Cr Near Wakpala Sd
|
10cfs |
Moreau R Near Whitehorse Sd
|
35cfs |
Grand R At Little Eagle Sd
|
47cfs |
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.
Albert Kulm