Walt Hoffman No.1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hoffman Dam Sd Noname 108
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Walt Hoffman No.1 is a privately owned dam located in Pennington, South Dakota, along the TR-CHEYENNE river.
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Summary
Built in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 245 feet. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, providing a normal storage of 38 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Walt Hoffman No.1 is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there are no emergency action plans currently in place. With a maximum discharge capacity of 312 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and storage in the region.
As a key structure in the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Walt Hoffman No.1 underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions. Climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates can appreciate the significance of this dam in safeguarding communities against potential flooding events and ensuring sustainable water management practices in South Dakota.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
245 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Walt Hoffman No.1