Frank Anderson Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frank Anderson is a privately owned earth dam located in Pennington, South Dakota, along the TR-CHEYENNE river.
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Summary
Constructed in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at 15 feet high and spans 420 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement are in place to maintain its integrity.
With a maximum discharge of 250 cubic feet per second, Frank Anderson serves as a vital water resource for the region, providing flood control and water storage capabilities. While its condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the dam continues to fulfill its primary purpose effectively. As a key piece of infrastructure managed by a private owner, Frank Anderson highlights the importance of collaboration between private entities and state agencies in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in South Dakota.
As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Frank Anderson showcases the intersection of human intervention and natural processes in managing water infrastructure. With its history dating back over six decades, the dam's role in water management and conservation serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts to balance human needs with environmental stewardship. By understanding the regulatory framework and operational aspects of dams like Frank Anderson, enthusiasts can gain insights into the complexities of water resource management and the critical role of collaboration in safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Frank Anderson