Walt Crawford Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Walt Crawford is a privately owned Earth dam located in Perkins, South Dakota, along the TR-MOREAU river.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, although specific details are not provided in the data. It is regulated and inspected by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring that it meets state safety standards.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Walt Crawford has not been rated for its overall condition. Emergency action plans and risk assessments for the dam are also lacking in the available information. The dam is not associated with the US Army Corps of Engineers, and there are no records of recent inspections or maintenance activities. As an Earth dam in a state with a history of droughts and extreme weather events, the condition and management of Walt Crawford are of interest to water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to understand the resilience of infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOREAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Moreau R Near Faith Sd
|
14cfs |
Horse Cr Above Vale Sd
|
13cfs |
Belle Fourche R Near Sturgis Sd
|
34cfs |
Whitewood Cr Above Vale Sd
|
16cfs |
South Fork Grand R Near Cash Sd
|
17cfs |
Belle Fourche River Near Elm Springs
|
17900cfs |
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.
Walt Crawford