Udager Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: E. Hoffman No.8 E. Hoffman No.9
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Udager Dam in Meade, South Dakota is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1948.
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Summary
With a height of 20 feet and a length of 300 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1200 cubic feet per second. It is situated on the TR-MOREAU river in the St. Paul District and is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Despite being rated as having low hazard potential and not yet assessed for condition, Udager Dam is subject to state jurisdiction and regulation, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam's primary purpose and associated structures are not specified, but its key features include a spillway, outlet gates, and a hydraulic height matching its structural height of 20 feet. With Dusty Johnson as the local representative, the dam is part of the broader water resource management efforts in the area.
Udager Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region, supporting irrigation, flood control, and water supply needs. While its emergency action plan status and overall risk assessment are not detailed in the data, the dam's location and design reflect a commitment to sustainable water management practices. As a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Udager Dam represents a historical investment in harnessing and safeguarding water resources for the benefit of the community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOREAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Udager Dam