Dalhke Ranch Number 4 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Dalhke Ranch Number 4 is a privately owned earth dam located in Jones, South Dakota, along the TR-White River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1959 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge of 56,700 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a water resource structure for the surrounding area.
This dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and a current condition of "Not Rated," Dalhke Ranch Number 4 provides important water storage and flood control benefits to the local community. While some details such as emergency action plans and risk assessment are not specified, the dam remains a key feature in managing water resources in the region.
Overall, Dalhke Ranch Number 4 plays a vital role in water management in South Dakota, providing storage and flood control benefits along the TR-White River. With a history of serving the community since 1959, this privately owned dam continues to be a crucial infrastructure for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1014 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WHITE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Dalhke Ranch Number 4