Sd Noname 244 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Sd Noname 244 is a privately owned dam located in Haakon, South Dakota, along the TR-Bad River.
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Summary
Built in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. While it has a low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Managed by private owners, Sd Noname 244 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, with a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and the ability to discharge up to 1800 cubic feet per second through its spillway. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently rated as "not rated," indicating the need for further assessment. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are not fully documented, leaving room for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management.
Located in Midland, South Dakota, Sd Noname 244 is under the jurisdiction of the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and falls within the purview of Congressman Dusty Johnson (R). As a key infrastructure for water storage and flood control on the TR-Bad River, this dam serves an important role in supporting the local community and ecosystem. With ongoing monitoring and potential upgrades to its emergency preparedness protocols, Sd Noname 244 remains a vital asset for water resource and climate management in South Dakota.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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 244