Bud Bartell Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harold Arnold Ac Hooker
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bud Bartell is a privately owned dam located in Corson, South Dakota, along the TR-Grand River.
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Summary
Built in 1951, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 407 feet. With a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, Bud Bartell serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area. The dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), ensuring that it meets all state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Despite its low hazard potential, Bud Bartell has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status, inundation maps, and risk assessment information are also currently unavailable. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is essential to have updated emergency protocols and risk management measures in place to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding communities in the event of any unforeseen events. With its location in a remote area and limited public access, it is crucial for authorities to maintain oversight and ensure the proper maintenance and monitoring of Bud Bartell to safeguard the local ecosystem and water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
407 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GRAND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Bud Bartell