David Kitterman Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frank Anderson Sd Noname 180
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
David Kitterman is a privately owned dam located in Pennington, South Dakota, along the TR CHEYENNE river.
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Summary
Built in 1962 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 18 feet with a length of 530 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. Despite being regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the dam is considered to have a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Situated within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, David Kitterman serves as a vital water resource for the region, with a normal storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 400 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an emergency action plan, its overall risk assessment and management measures remain unspecified. With its strategic location and historical significance, David Kitterman continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in South Dakota.
As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, David Kitterman represents a blend of historical significance and modern-day regulatory oversight. With its low hazard potential and sturdy Earth-type construction, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical water resources in the face of changing climate patterns. While there are areas for improvement in terms of inspection frequency and emergency preparedness, the continued operation of David Kitterman underscores the ongoing commitment to water resource management in South Dakota and beyond.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
David Kitterman