Reno Petersen Wetland

TR. BATTLE CREEK· Moody, South Dakota· Built 2002· Earth· 8 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Reno Petersen Wetland is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in SD)
Dam Length38 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage186 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Max Discharge157 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDSD02543

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: November 27, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

RENO PETERSEN

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reno Petersen Wetland?

Reno Petersen Wetland 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 Reno Petersen Wetland?

Reno Petersen Wetland is owned by RENO PETERSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reno Petersen Wetland built?

Reno Petersen Wetland was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Reno Petersen Wetland?

Reno Petersen Wetland 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 Reno Petersen Wetland?

Reno Petersen Wetland has a dam height of 8 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 Reno Petersen Wetland last inspected?

Reno Petersen Wetland was last inspected on November 27, 2006. 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.