Remele Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Remele Dam, located on Oak Creek in Marshall, South Dakota, was completed in 2007 by Konechne Eng.
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Summary
It stands at a height of 23 feet with a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet for water resource management. The dam, primarily made of earth with a soil foundation, serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water supply in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Remele Dam is regulated and inspected by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 540 cubic feet per second. While the dam itself is not rated for condition assessment, it plays a crucial role in maintaining the water quality and quantity in Oak Creek, benefiting the local communities and ecosystems downstream.
With a private ownership status, Remele Dam contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area, ensuring sustainable water supply and mitigating potential flood risks. As a key component of the water infrastructure in South Dakota, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper dam construction and maintenance in safeguarding water resources and adapting to climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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 |
Little Minnesota River Near Peever
|
27cfs |
Bear Creek Nr Oakes
|
5cfs |
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.
Remele Dam