Cecil Vig Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cecil Vig No. 4 Vig Dt Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cecil Vig is a privately owned dam located in Meade, South Dakota, along the TR-PINE CREEK river.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at 23 feet high and has a length of 1975 feet, providing a storage capacity of 274 acre-feet. While it has a low hazard potential, its condition has not been rated and there is no recent inspection data available. The dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Situated within the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Cecil Vig is not owned or funded by any federal agencies, and there are no associated federally funded activities or operations. The dam does not have a designated primary purpose or specified core types, but it serves to regulate water flow along the TR-PINE CREEK. Despite lacking a formal risk assessment or emergency action plan, Cecil Vig meets state regulatory requirements and has a history of maintaining a secure water supply for the surrounding area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Cecil Vig can appreciate its role in water management within the Meade County region of South Dakota. With its low hazard potential and state-regulated status, this earth dam represents a piece of infrastructure that contributes to the overall water resources of the area. While lacking recent inspection data and formal risk assessments, the dam's historical significance and functional purpose make it an intriguing subject for further study and monitoring in the realm of water resource management and climate adaptation.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1975 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
274 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Moreau R Near Faith Sd
|
14cfs |
Belle Fourche River Near Elm Springs
|
17900cfs |
Belle Fourche R Near Sturgis Sd
|
34cfs |
Cheyenne R Near Plainview Sd
|
0cfs |
Elk Cr Near Elm Springs Sd
|
0cfs |
Horse Cr Above Vale Sd
|
13cfs |
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.
Cecil Vig