Brooks Dam

TR FIRESTEEL CREEK· Dewey, South Dakota· Built 2001· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Brooks Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 49.8% in SD)
Dam Length321 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge540 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDSD02511

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: November 17, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

DANIEL A. BROOKS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brooks Dam?

Brooks 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 Brooks Dam?

Brooks Dam is owned by DANIEL A. BROOKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brooks Dam built?

Brooks Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Brooks Dam?

Brooks Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Brooks Dam?

Brooks Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Brooks Dam last inspected?

Brooks Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2003. 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.