Wild Rice Creek Watershed Wr-3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Anderson Dam Bremmon Dam #1
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Wild Rice Creek Watershed Wr-3 is a vital water resource located in Marshall, South Dakota.
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Summary
This watershed is managed by the USDA NRCS and plays a crucial role in the regulation of water flow in the area. The dam within the watershed was completed in 1961 and stands at a height of 67 feet, with a storage capacity of 1668 acre-feet.
The dam serves to protect the surrounding area from flooding and helps to maintain a stable water supply for the region. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam at Wild Rice Creek Watershed Wr-3 continues to play a key role in water resource management in South Dakota. Despite not being rated for condition, the dam has a history of inspections and regulatory oversight, ensuring its ongoing safety and effectiveness in water management.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of structures like the dam at Wild Rice Creek Watershed Wr-3 becomes increasingly evident. With a drainage area of 17 square miles and a maximum discharge of 6420 cubic feet per second, this watershed plays a critical role in mitigating flood risks and managing water resources in the region. The collaboration between local government, state agencies, and the USDA NRCS showcases a commitment to sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
67 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB WILD RICE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
67 |
Drainage Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
1668 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
67 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wild Rice River Nr Rutland
|
21cfs |
James River At Nd-Sd State Line
|
194cfs |
James R At Columbia Sd
|
268cfs |
Bear Creek Nr Oakes
|
5cfs |
Little Minnesota River Near Peever
|
27cfs |
Maple R At Nd-Sd State Line
|
5cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Wild Rice Creek Watershed Wr-3