Battle Creek Impoundment Dam

BATTLE CREEK· Butte, South Dakota· Built 1996· Other·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Battle Creek Impoundment Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,346 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage331 acre-ft
Normal Storage163 acre-ft
Surface Area49 acres
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDSD02464

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 10, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Battle Creek Impoundment Dam?

Battle Creek Impoundment Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Battle Creek Impoundment Dam?

Battle Creek Impoundment Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Battle Creek Impoundment Dam built?

Battle Creek Impoundment Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Battle Creek Impoundment Dam?

Battle Creek Impoundment Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Battle Creek Impoundment Dam last inspected?

Battle Creek Impoundment Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.