Reno Petersen Wetland dam
Reno Petersen Wetland
Reno Petersen Wetland, located in Moody County, South Dakota, is a private wetland designed by Ducks Unlimited Inc. The wetland is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources and has state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Completed in 2002, the Earth-type dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a storage capacity of 186 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 157 cubic feet per second.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Reno Petersen Wetland serves as a vital habitat for local wildlife and contributes to the overall health of the ecosystem. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 130 feet, helps manage water levels and prevent flooding in the area. While the condition of the wetland is currently not rated, the last inspection took place in November 2006, highlighting its importance for ongoing monitoring and maintenance.
Reno Petersen Wetland is a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into the intricate balance of wetland ecosystems and human impact. With its strategic location along Battle Creek and its contribution to water storage and wildlife habitat, this wetland serves as a model for sustainable water management practices. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain the wetland, it remains a key player in promoting biodiversity and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Reno Petersen Wetland -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sioux River Near Brookings Sd | 247 cfs | → |
| Flandreau Cr Above Flandreau Sd | 3 cfs | → |
| Skunk Cr Nr Chester Sd | 0 cfs | → |
| Big Sioux River Near Bruce | 217 cfs | → |
| Big Sioux R Near Dell Rapids Sd | 297 cfs | → |
| Split Rock Cr At Corson Sd | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Reno Petersen Wetland.
Boat launches
- Sunset Road Brookings County
- Walkers Point Drive Lake County
- State Park Drive Lake County
- 212th Street 44254, Kingsbury County
- Brookings County
- 454th Avenue 19689, Kingsbury County
Track Reno Petersen Wetland in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Reno Petersen Wetland
Where does the data for Reno Petersen Wetland come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Reno Petersen Wetland.