R. Talley No.1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Reeves Cattle Co. No.2 R. Talley No.2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
Talley No.1 is a private dam located in Meade, South Dakota, along the TR CHEYENNE river. Constructed in 1954, this earthen dam stands at 27 feet high and spans 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Despite being state-regulated and inspected, its hazard potential is rated as low, and its condition assessment remains unrated. The dam is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and falls under the jurisdiction of the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Situated within the St. Paul District of South Dakota, R. Talley No.1 serves as a critical water resource for the local community, ensuring a steady supply for irrigation and other purposes. Although its design and construction were overseen by federal agencies, the dam's primary purpose and associated structures remain unspecified. The dam's location, surrounded by the picturesque landscape of Meade County, underscores its importance in managing water resources and mitigating potential climate impacts in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor R. Talley No.1's status, its compliance with state regulations and ongoing inspections highlight the importance of maintaining infrastructure to safeguard against potential hazards. With its low hazard potential and private ownership, this dam serves as a key example of responsible water management practices and underscores the need for continued oversight and maintenance to ensure its long-term safety and reliability in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
R. Talley No.1