Fort Meade Reservoir overview
Fort Meade Reservoir
The Fort Meade Reservoir also has historical significance, as it was built during the Great Depression as part of a federal works program. The lake and surrounding area were used by the military during World War II for training, and remnants of barracks and other structures can still be seen in the area. Today, the reservoir is managed by the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department, which maintains several campgrounds and recreational facilities for visitors. Overall, the Fort Meade Reservoir is a unique and scenic destination that offers a variety of outdoor activities and historical significance.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Sturgis Municipal Park
- Hills And Plains Park
- Bear Butte State Park
- Strong Field
- Seventy-Six Sports Complex
Campgrounds
- Bear Butte State Park
- Horsecamp, Camp Site
- Alkali Creek Horsecamp
- Alkali Creek Camp Site
- Alkali Creek Campground Host Site
- Alkali Creek Campground
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Fort Meade Reservoir as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fort Meade Reservoir
What is Fort Meade Reservoir?
A point of interest in South-Dakota tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Fort Meade Reservoir.