Sd Noname 243 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Sd Noname 243 is a private-owned earth dam located in Haakon County, South Dakota, along the TR-Bad River.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this dam stands at 16 feet high and has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge of 420 cfs. Despite its age, the dam is deemed to have a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Sd Noname 243 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a primary purpose not specified, the dam serves to control water flow along the Bad River and provides essential water resource management for the surrounding area. Its location in Midland, South Dakota, highlights its importance in maintaining the ecological balance and ensuring water availability for the community.
Although lacking specific details on emergency preparedness and risk management measures, Sd Noname 243 remains a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor. With its historical significance dating back to the early 1960s, this dam continues to play a crucial role in flood control, irrigation, and water supply for the region, underscoring the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Sd Noname 243