Staben Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Milesville Dam ??? Ferguson Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Staben Dam, located in Haakon, South Dakota, is a state-owned structure with a low hazard potential and a height of 16 feet.
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Summary
Constructed in 1935 by the WPA, this earth dam stands as a testament to historic water resource management in the region. With a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a normal storage of 80 acre-feet, Staben Dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of the TR CHEYENNE river.
Despite its age, the dam has been regularly inspected and meets state regulatory standards for safety and operational efficiency. The last inspection in October 2017 deemed the structure to be in good condition, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 3 years. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and preparedness in the face of potential climate-related challenges. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Staben Dam's historical significance and continued importance in the region's water management infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
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.
Staben Dam