J.B. Love Reservoir Report
Nearby: J.B. Love No.2 Jackson Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
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Summary
Love is a privately owned dam located in Corson, South Dakota, along the scenic TR Grand River. Built in 1964 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and stretches 730 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 510 acre-feet, J.B. Love serves primarily for irrigation purposes and has a low hazard potential.
Despite being regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, J.B. Love has not been rated for its condition assessment. This dam has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, making its current safety and integrity unknown. However, with a low hazard potential and no associated structures, J.B. Love remains a notable feature in the region's water resource infrastructure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the beauty and functionality of dams like J.B. Love, it is essential to prioritize their inspection and maintenance to ensure public safety and water security. With its historical significance and contribution to irrigation in the area, J.B. Love serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible dam management and the need for regular monitoring to prevent any potential risks or hazards.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
730 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR GRAND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Nid Storage |
510 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
44 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oak Cr Near Wakpala Sd
|
10cfs |
Grand R At Little Eagle Sd
|
47cfs |
Moreau R Near Whitehorse Sd
|
35cfs |
Cedar Creek Nr Raleigh
|
20cfs |
Beaver Creek Bl Linton
|
39cfs |
Cannonball River Nr Raleigh
|
40cfs |
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.
J.B. Love