Boy Scouts Of America Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Boy Scouts of America, located in Hill City, South Dakota, is a private dam regulated by the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam, completed in 1975, stands at a height of 44 feet and has a storage capacity of 254 acre-feet, serving the purpose of water resource management and flood control for the Spring Creek watershed. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam has not been inspected since July 1986.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Boy Scouts of America dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and storing water for various uses in the region. Despite its age, the dam continues to meet regulatory standards and is equipped with emergency response protocols. While the dam's risk assessment and management measures are not specified in the available data, its strategic location and design contribute to the overall resilience of the local water infrastructure.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Boy Scouts of America dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper dam maintenance and regulation. As a key part of the water management system in the area, this dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding community and ecosystem. With its low hazard potential and state-regulated status, the dam exemplifies the careful balance of water resource utilization and environmental conservation that is essential in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

403

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

SPRING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

8

Nid Storage

254

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.