Mccasland And Schiller 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Malon Dam Mccasland And Schiller 3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mccasland and Schiller 2 is a privately owned dam located in Meade, South Dakota, with a low hazard potential.
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Summary
Constructed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam serves the purpose of controlling the flow of the TR CHEYENNE river, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1400 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Mccasland and Schiller 2 is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. While the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," it is reported to have not undergone recent inspection or evaluation. Despite its limited risk potential, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are not documented, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency preparedness and response.
In the realm of water resource and climate management, Mccasland and Schiller 2 presents an interesting case study for enthusiasts. With its location in a critical watershed area and the involvement of both federal and state agencies in its regulation, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the complexities of maintaining and managing water infrastructure in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR CHEYENNE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Mccasland And Schiller 2