Stoeser No. 5
Key Takeaway
Stoeser No. 5 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 376 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02680 |
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
Berine Stoser
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Stoeser No. 5?
Stoeser No. 5 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 No. 5?
Stoeser No. 5 is owned by Berine Stoser (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stoeser No. 5 built?
Stoeser No. 5 was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 No. 5?
Stoeser No. 5 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stoeser No. 5?
Stoeser No. 5 has a dam height of 30 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.