Krogman Louie No.3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schmidt Rd No.1 Jones Eugene No.1
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Krogman Louie No.3 is a privately owned earth dam located in Mellette, South Dakota, along the TR Little White Offstream.
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Summary
Constructed in 1968, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 163 cubic feet per second. Although the dam is considered to have a low hazard potential, it is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring that it meets state inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Krogman Louie No.3 is vital for water resource management in the area, providing essential storage for irrigation, flood control, and other purposes. The dam's condition is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating that it has not undergone a recent assessment. Despite this, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and community, and its operation and maintenance are essential to ensure its continued functionality and safety. The dam's location, design, and historical significance make it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the intricacies of dam infrastructure and its impact on the environment.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
504 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR LITTLE WHITE OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Krogman Louie No.3