Robert Reeder Reservoir Report
Nearby: William Freise Eldrod Kolb
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Robert Reeder is a private dam located in Perkins, South Dakota, along the TR MOREAU river.
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Summary
Built in 1951, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 69 acre-feet. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Robert Reeder is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its age, Robert Reeder has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 400 cubic feet per second and spans a length of 520 feet. While lacking specific hazard potential and inundation maps, there is no emergency action plan prepared or risk assessment documented for Robert Reeder. However, with its state-regulated status and regular inspections, this dam serves as a crucial water resource structure in the region for flood control and water storage purposes.
Located within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Robert Reeder is a key component in water resource management for Perkins County. Being privately owned, it plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities and providing essential water resources for local communities. As a climate enthusiast, understanding the infrastructure and regulatory aspects of dams like Robert Reeder is crucial in ensuring sustainable water management practices amidst changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR MOREAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
97 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Robert Reeder