Summary
Garr is a privately owned dam located in Dewey, South Dakota, along the TR MOREAU river. Built in 1972 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this Earth-type dam stands at 21 feet high and spans 840 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1470 cubic feet per second, P. Garr serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, P. Garr is regulated and inspected by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The dam is in good condition and has not been rated for its current state. While no emergency action plan or risk assessment has been documented for P. Garr, the dam continues to play an essential role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
As a key infrastructure in the St. Paul District managed by private owners, P. Garr remains a vital component of the local water management system. With its consistent operation and adherence to state regulations, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR MOREAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Moreau R Near Whitehorse Sd
|
35cfs |
Moreau R Near Faith Sd
|
14cfs |
Grand R At Little Eagle Sd
|
47cfs |
Oak Cr Near Wakpala Sd
|
10cfs |
Cheyenne R Near Plainview Sd
|
0cfs |
Cedar Creek Nr Raleigh
|
20cfs |
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.
P. Garr