Brueschke Dam
Key Takeaway
Brueschke Dam is classified as high hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 88.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 871 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,899 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | SD00013 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF EAGLE BUTTE
Local Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brueschke Dam?
Brueschke Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brueschke Dam?
Brueschke Dam is owned by CITY OF EAGLE BUTTE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brueschke Dam built?
Brueschke Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Brueschke Dam?
Brueschke Dam 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 Brueschke Dam?
Brueschke Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Brueschke Dam last inspected?
Brueschke Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.