Stoeser Dam #3
Key Takeaway
Stoeser Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02461 |
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
BERNARD STOESER
Private
Nearby Dams
Stoeser Dam #2
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 30 ftBob Stoeser Dam
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 22 ftSonnenschien Number 3
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 37 ftMcquistion East Dam
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 21 ftMcquistion West Dam
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 28 ftSonnenschein Number 1
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 26 ftHarold Stirling
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 25 ftAllen Stirling Number 1
Stanley, SD
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Stoeser Dam #3?
Stoeser Dam #3 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 Stoeser Dam #3?
Stoeser Dam #3 is owned by BERNARD STOESER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stoeser Dam #3 built?
Stoeser Dam #3 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Stoeser Dam #3?
Stoeser Dam #3 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 Stoeser Dam #3?
Stoeser Dam #3 has a dam height of 20 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 Stoeser Dam #3 last inspected?
Stoeser Dam #3 was last inspected on September 9, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.