E. Wilson Reservoir Report
Nearby: E.B. Wilson S. Simon Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
Wilson is a privately owned earth dam located in Meade, South Dakota, along the TR-CHEYENNE river. Completed in 1947, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet. While it has a low hazard potential, its condition is currently rated as "Not Rated" and it is under the regulatory oversight of the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 4000 cubic feet per second and serves various purposes within the local water resource management system.
Managed by private owners, E. Wilson is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safe operation. The dam has not been assessed for its emergency action plan preparedness or risk management measures, indicating potential areas for improvement in the future. Despite its relatively modest size and hazard potential, E. Wilson plays a vital role in water storage and management in the area, contributing to the overall resilience of the local water resource infrastructure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the operation and condition of dams like E. Wilson is crucial for sustainable water management practices and climate adaptation strategies.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
825 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
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.
E. Wilson