Fischer Dam

TR COTTONWOOD CREEK· Tripp, South Dakota· Built 2001· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fischer Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.1% in SD)
Dam Length435 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage399 acre-ft
Normal Storage129 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge405 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDSD02482

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
Last Inspection: October 17, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

KENNETH L. FISCHER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fischer Dam?

Fischer 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 Fischer Dam?

Fischer Dam is owned by KENNETH L. FISCHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fischer Dam built?

Fischer Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Fischer Dam?

Fischer Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fischer Dam?

Fischer Dam has a dam height of 13 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.

When was Fischer Dam last inspected?

Fischer Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.