Piotter Dam
Key Takeaway
Piotter Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02591 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MARVIIN PIOTTER
Private
Nearby Dams
Lewandowski Dam
Roberts, SD
Low Hazard 29 ftBrown's Valley Dam
Traverse, MN
Significant HazardBrandenburger Dam
Roberts, SD
Low Hazard 18 ftEnglund Dam
Roberts, SD
Low Hazard 16 ftTekakwitha
Roberts, SD
Low Hazard 22 ftHorton Dam #2
Roberts, SD
Low Hazard 18 ftHorton Dam
Roberts, SD
Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Piotter Dam?
Piotter 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 Piotter Dam?
Piotter Dam is owned by MARVIIN PIOTTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Piotter Dam built?
Piotter Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Piotter Dam?
Piotter 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 Piotter Dam?
Piotter Dam has a dam height of 17 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.