Richard Glines Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcgee Dam Pudwell Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Richard Glines is a privately owned earthen dam located in Bullhead, South Dakota.
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Summary
Built in 1910, this dam has a height of 39 feet and a length of 170 feet, with a storage capacity of 624 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-IRON DOG river/stream and is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
Despite being categorized as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Richard Glines poses a significant hazard potential. With a maximum discharge of 4032 cubic feet per second, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans have not been evaluated or updated. The dam's inspection frequency, condition assessment, and emergency preparedness status are all listed as unknown, indicating a potential need for improvement in monitoring and safety protocols.
Overall, Richard Glines serves as a critical water resource infrastructure in South Dakota, providing essential storage and flood control benefits. However, its significant hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety and resilience of the dam in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource management challenges.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
170 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-IRON DOG |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Nid Storage |
624 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar Creek Nr Raleigh
|
20cfs |
Cannonball River Nr Raleigh
|
40cfs |
Grand R At Little Eagle Sd
|
47cfs |
Cannonball River At Breien
|
96cfs |
Oak Cr Near Wakpala Sd
|
10cfs |
Antelope Creek Nr Carson
|
2cfs |
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.
Richard Glines