Fiddle Creek (Nid) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pfister Pond #1 Porter Cottonwood Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Fiddle Creek (Nid) is a federal-owned dam located in Edgemont, South Dakota, specifically in Fall River County.
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Summary
Built in 1936 by the USDA Forest Service, this Earth-type dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 522 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and is situated on Dry Draw, within a drainage area of 5 square miles.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition of Fiddle Creek (Nid) is currently not rated, with its last inspection conducted in July 2011. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 24 feet, and the dam's outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate (3), highlighting the need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams will find Fiddle Creek (Nid) an intriguing subject of study. With its historical significance, multiple purposes, and moderate risk assessment, this federal-owned dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resource management, environmental conservation, and public safety in the region.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Length |
522 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
DRY DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Fiddle Creek (Nid)