Raymond Meyer Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gilbert Ranches Pond No. Robert Week
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Raymond Meyer is a privately owned earth dam located in Perkins, South Dakota, along the TR-Moreau River.
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Summary
Built in 1952, this dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a length of 800 feet, providing a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Raymond Meyer is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Raymond Meyer serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region. While its emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are not provided, the dam remains a vital component of the local water management system. Additionally, the dam's proximity to the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its significance in maintaining water security and climate resilience in the area.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Raymond Meyer to be a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure management. Its historical significance, structural details, and state-regulated operations make it a compelling subject for further research and analysis. The dam's role in water storage, flood control, and environmental protection underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such critical infrastructure to ensure sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOREAU RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Raymond Meyer