Wayne Kennedy Reservoir Report
Nearby: J.B. Mcginnis Grady Wilson Jr.
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Wayne Kennedy is a private dam located in Perkins, South Dakota, along the TR Moreau River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1956 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans a length of 550 feet, with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. While it has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated."
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Wayne Kennedy is regulated and permitted by the state, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place. The dam serves various purposes, although specifics are not provided in the data. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any modifications over the years, and its emergency action plan status is unknown.
Located within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Wayne Kennedy remains a vital structure for water resource management in the region. With its unique design and historical significance, it continues to play a key role in regulating the TR Moreau River and providing essential water storage for the area.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR MOREAU RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Wayne Kennedy