Dean Strand Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Dean Strand Dam, located in Davison, South Dakota, is a private earth dam completed in 1992 along the tributary of Enemy Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 7 feet and a length of 848 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 245 cubic feet per second. Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and no recent inspection date provided. The dam's purpose and associated structures remain unspecified in the data, but its presence plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its strategic location and capacity, Dean Strand Dam serves as a key infrastructure for water storage, flood control, and environmental protection along the Enemy Creek watershed.
As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, understanding the status and characteristics of dams like Dean Strand Dam is essential for advocating sustainable water management practices and adapting to changing climate conditions. Monitoring the condition, maintenance, and regulatory oversight of dams like Dean Strand Dam is crucial for ensuring their continued function, safety, and resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
848 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. ENEMY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
7 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
James R Near Mitchell Sd
|
659cfs |
Firesteel Cr Near Mount Vernon Sd
|
0cfs |
James R Near Forestburg Sd
|
560cfs |
James R Near Scotland Sd
|
706cfs |
West Fork Vermillion R Near Parker Sd
|
3cfs |
James R At Huron Sd
|
548cfs |
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.
Dean Strand Dam