Bloom

OLD LODGE CREEK TRIB· Tripp, South Dakota· Built 1934· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Bloom is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage240 acre-ft
Max Discharge6,830 cfs
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)
NID IDSD00041

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

SIMON P. BLOOM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bloom?

Bloom 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 Bloom?

Bloom is owned by SIMON P. BLOOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bloom built?

Bloom was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Bloom?

Bloom serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bloom?

Bloom has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

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.