Planeview Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mclaughlin Dam Sully Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Planeview Dam, located in Tripp, South Dakota, is a privately owned structure that serves as a crucial water resource along the White River off stream.
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Summary
Built in 1936, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 237 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, with no recent inspection data available.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Planeview Dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's primary purpose and specific design details remain unspecified, but it is recognized for its role in water management within the region. As a significant infrastructure in the area, the dam stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering and continues to provide essential services for the local community.
Although lacking certain detailed information such as spillway type and surface area, Planeview Dam remains a notable structure with a historical legacy and ongoing relevance for water resource management in South Dakota. With its strategic location and capacity to store water, the dam contributes to the overall hydrological landscape of the region, highlighting the intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship in sustaining water resources amidst changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Length |
980 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
WHITE RIVER OFF STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
237 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd
|
54cfs |
Keya Paha R Near Keyapaha Sd
|
33cfs |
White R Near Oacoma Sd
|
105cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
|
3cfs |
Niobrara River At Mariaville
|
1650cfs |
Long Pine Creek Near Riverview
|
191cfs |
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.
Planeview Dam