Pfister Pond #2 dam
Pfister Pond #2
Pfister Pond #2, located in Fall River, South Dakota, is a privately owned earth dam structure completed in 1950 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With a height of 27 feet and a length of 1388 feet, this dam serves as a tributary of the Cheyenne River and has a storage capacity of 432 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, its state-regulated status ensures regular inspection, permitting, and enforcement to maintain its safety and integrity.
The dam's primary purpose and associated structures are not specified in the data, but its location and design indicate a vital role in water resource management for the surrounding area. The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the need for future evaluation and potential risk management measures. With its proximity to the Omaha District and the oversight of the DENR in South Dakota, Pfister Pond #2 stands as a testament to the importance of responsible dam infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pfister Pond #2 presents an intriguing case study in dam management and regulation. As a privately owned structure with state jurisdiction, its design, construction, and maintenance reflect the collaborative efforts of federal and state agencies to ensure the safety and functionality of water infrastructure. By examining the data points provided, enthusiasts can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in balancing water resource management with climate resilience, particularly in regions like South Dakota that face increasing challenges from extreme weather events and shifting hydrological patterns.
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 Pfister Pond #2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne R At Edgemont Sd | 3 cfs | → |
| Cheyenne River Near Spencer | 2 cfs | → |
| Hat Cr Near Edgemont Sd | 0 cfs | → |
| Cheyenne R Below Angostura Dam Sd | 1 cfs | → |
| Fall R At Hot Springs Sd | 35 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek Near Pringle | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pfister Pond #2.
Boat launches
- County Highway 6d Fall River County
- Sheps Canyon Road Fall River County
- South Boat Ramp Road Fall River County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Pfister Pond #2 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 Pfister Pond #2
Where does the data for Pfister Pond #2 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 Pfister Pond #2.