Livermore Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mathews #1 Louis Bonhorst #1
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Livermore is a private-owned dam located in Stanley, South Dakota, along the tributary of the Bad River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1961 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. Despite its relatively low hazard potential and a lack of condition assessment rating, Livermore is regulated and inspected by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a maximum discharge capacity of 1575 cubic feet per second, Livermore serves as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the area. Although its primary purpose is not specified, the dam plays a significant role in flood control, irrigation, or water supply. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are not currently available, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of preparedness and response in case of emergencies.
Managed by a private entity, Livermore exemplifies the importance of private involvement in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. As climate change intensifies and water scarcity challenges persist, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of dams like Livermore is essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of evolving hydrological conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. BAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bad R Near Fort Pierre Sd
|
7cfs |
White River Near White River
|
42cfs |
Little White R Below White River Sd
|
141cfs |
Black Pipe Creek Nr Belvidere
|
2cfs |
White R Near Kadoka Sd
|
73cfs |
White R Near Oacoma Sd
|
105cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Livermore