Meat Hook No.1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Limpert Dam Rebuild No.1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Meat Hook No.1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Harding, South Dakota, along the TR-Grand River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in the region.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Meat Hook No.1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources of the area. Despite lacking specific emergency action plans and risk management measures, the dam continues to provide essential water storage and flood control benefits to the local community.
While the dam has not been modified in recent years and does not have a designated emergency action plan, it remains a key asset in water resource management for the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of infrastructure like Meat Hook No.1 in maintaining a sustainable water supply and mitigating flood risks is crucial for ensuring the long-term resilience of the community and surrounding ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
275 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GRAND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Meat Hook No.1