D & D Farms Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cnot Ratedlew Tisdale Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Meade, South Dakota, D & D Farms is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1979 with a primary purpose of water resource management.
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Summary
The dam, situated on Brassfield Draw, has a height of 29 feet and a length of 460 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 171 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", D & D Farms is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, ensuring proper permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, D & D Farms plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply for the surrounding area. With a drainage area of 4 square miles and a maximum discharge of 2120 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for mitigating the impact of extreme weather events and maintaining a sustainable water supply for agricultural and ecological needs. Despite its low hazard potential, D & D Farms remains a key asset in the region's water resource management efforts.
As a significant contributor to the local water infrastructure, D & D Farms stands as a testament to effective collaboration between private owners and state regulatory agencies. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and environmental stewardship, this earth dam represents a model for sustainable water resource management in South Dakota. Through ongoing inspection and regulation, D & D Farms continues to play a vital role in ensuring the resilience of the region's water supply in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
BRASSFIELD DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
171 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
D & D Farms