Frosh (Nid)

DRY DRAW· Fall River, South Dakota· Built 1937· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Frosh (Nid) is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.1% in SD)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDSD01137

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: July 27, 2011
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: DENR

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Porter Cottonwood Dam

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Pfister Pond #2

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Mule Creek No. 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frosh (Nid)?

Frosh (Nid) 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 Frosh (Nid)?

Frosh (Nid) is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frosh (Nid) built?

Frosh (Nid) was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Frosh (Nid)?

Frosh (Nid) serves the following purposes: 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 Frosh (Nid)?

Frosh (Nid) has a dam height of 15 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 Frosh (Nid) last inspected?

Frosh (Nid) was last inspected on July 27, 2011. 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.