Jim Schuyler Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dejong Bros 5 Hoffman Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Jim Schuyler is a privately owned earth dam located in Tripp, South Dakota, along the White River off stream.
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Summary
Built in 1962 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at 30 feet tall and stretches over 543 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, Jim Schuyler serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region.
Managed by South Dakota's Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Jim Schuyler is regulated, inspected, and enforced for safety measures. Despite being categorized as having low hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated. The dam is equipped with a maximum discharge capacity of 2520 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective flood control and water management in the area.
With its strategic location and key role in water resource management, Jim Schuyler provides vital support for agriculture, wildlife, and environmental conservation efforts in Tripp County, South Dakota. As a significant piece of infrastructure in the region, the dam's maintenance and safety remain a top priority for ensuring sustainable water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
543 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
WHITE RIVER OFF STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
White R Near Oacoma Sd
|
105cfs |
Keya Paha R Near Keyapaha Sd
|
33cfs |
Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd
|
54cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
|
3cfs |
White River Near White River
|
42cfs |
Little White R Below White River Sd
|
141cfs |
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.
Jim Schuyler