Mt. View Ranch Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Prairie View Farms Inc.1 Poss Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
View Ranch Dam, located in Meade, South Dakota, is a privately-owned earth dam completed in 1965 with a height of 25 feet and a length of 300 feet. Situated on a tributary of Bear Butte Creek, the dam has a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 540 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as low-hazard potential, the dam is regulated and inspected by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam's primary purpose and specific designer names are not specified, but its function in water resource management and climate resilience is crucial for the surrounding area. With the ability to store up to 400 acre-feet of water, Mt. View Ranch Dam plays a vital role in flood control, irrigation, and maintaining water supply for the local community. Although the dam's condition assessment is listed as 'Not Rated', ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight help mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not specified in the available data. However, its location within the jurisdiction of the state of South Dakota and its compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements indicate a commitment to ensuring the safety and integrity of Mt. View Ranch Dam for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. BEAR BUTTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Mt. View Ranch Dam