Strain Eugene No. 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bucholz No.2 Petersen Kate Number 1
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
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Summary
1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Mellette, South Dakota, along the tributary of the White River. Completed in 1972, this dam stands at 19 feet tall and spans a length of 340 feet, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and not being rated for its condition, the dam is regulated and inspected by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Situated within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Strain Eugene No. 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a maximum discharge capacity of 144 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water supply purposes. While there are no associated structures or emergency action plans prepared for this dam, its presence contributes to the overall resilience of the local water infrastructure and ecosystem.
Managed by a private entity, Strain Eugene No. 1 serves as a testament to the diverse ownership and regulatory landscape of water resource management in South Dakota. With its strategic location and design, this dam represents a harmonious balance between human intervention and environmental stewardship, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. WHITE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Strain Eugene No. 1