D. Wood Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wilson Ranch Dam Haines Dam No. 1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
Wood is a private earth dam located in Meade, South Dakota, along the TR MOREAU river, with a height of 14 feet and a length of 790 feet. Completed in 1948, this dam has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2000 cubic feet per second. It is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and is classified as having a low hazard potential with a condition assessment of "Not Rated."
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, D. Wood serves various purposes within the region, although specifics are not provided in the data. The dam is equipped with an outlet structure and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state agency. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its current condition, and there is no information on emergency action plans or risk assessments associated with the structure.
Situated within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, D. Wood remains a key component of the local water resource infrastructure. As a private entity, it plays a significant role in water management and flood control efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of private ownership in maintaining and regulating essential water resources.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
790 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR MOREAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Moreau R Near Faith Sd
|
14cfs |
South Fork Grand R Near Cash Sd
|
17cfs |
Cheyenne R Near Plainview Sd
|
0cfs |
Belle Fourche River Near Elm Springs
|
17900cfs |
Belle Fourche R Near Sturgis Sd
|
34cfs |
Horse Cr Above Vale Sd
|
13cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
D. Wood