Boy Scouts of America
Key Takeaway
Boy Scouts of America is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 97.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 403 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02153 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BLACK HILLS AREA COUNCIL
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Boy Scouts of America?
Boy Scouts of America 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 Boy Scouts of America?
Boy Scouts of America is owned by BLACK HILLS AREA COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boy Scouts of America built?
Boy Scouts of America was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Boy Scouts of America?
Boy Scouts of America serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boy Scouts of America?
Boy Scouts of America has a dam height of 44 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.
When was Boy Scouts of America last inspected?
Boy Scouts of America was last inspected on July 18, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.