Meldon Dam was completed in 1972 and is the youngest of the dams on Dartmoor. Meldon Reservoir is a popular starting spot for an ascent of Yes Tor and High Willhays or a lower walk to Black-a-Tor copse. The Meldon Reservoir sits on the West Okement River and from the dam it offers good views to the Meldon viaduct.

Meldon Reservoir with Black Tor the high point in the distance

Meldon viaduct

Meldon Dam

Looking back along the reservoir with the dam at the far end