Ammann Dam

Nork Fork Whetstone River-TR· Roberts, South Dakota· Built 2008· Earth· 35 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Ammann Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 94% in SD)
Dam Length233 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge158 cfs
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDSD02665

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

Tyler Ammann

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ammann Dam?

Ammann Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ammann Dam?

Ammann Dam is owned by Tyler Ammann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ammann Dam built?

Ammann Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Ammann Dam?

Ammann Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ammann Dam?

Ammann Dam has a dam height of 35 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.