Carl Lungren Dam No.1 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Carl Lungren Dam No.1, located in Meade, South Dakota, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1935, with a primary purpose that is not specified in the data.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 970 feet, with a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet. Situated on Dry Mile Creek, the dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," suggesting a need for further evaluation. The risk assessment for Carl Lungren Dam No.1 is moderate, indicating some level of concern for potential risks associated with the structure. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet, and a maximum discharge capacity of 4500 cubic feet per second. With its historical significance and ongoing oversight by state regulators, Carl Lungren Dam No.1 presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
970 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
DRY FONot RatedMILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Carl Lungren Dam No.1