Marvin Reinhold Dam No.1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Marvin Reinhold Dam No.1, located in Meade, South Dakota, is a privately owned structure designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 900 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary of Lone Tree Creek and is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition of Marvin Reinhold Dam No.1 is currently listed as "Not Rated." The dam has not undergone recent inspection or evaluation for condition assessment, emergency action plan preparedness, or risk management measures. While the dam's purpose and associated structures are unspecified, its primary function remains critical for water resource management in the region.
Although additional information is needed to fully assess the safety and operational status of Marvin Reinhold Dam No.1, its significance as a water resource structure in South Dakota is evident. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and evaluating the condition and regulatory oversight of this dam is essential to ensuring the safety and sustainability of its operations for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF LONE TREE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Marvin Reinhold Dam No.1