Bushong Dam

TR. WOLF CREEK· Hand, South Dakota· Built 2002· Earth· 13 ft tall

Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Bushong Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height	13 ft (taller than 5.1% in SD)
Dam Length	714 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	221 acre-ft
Normal Storage	86 acre-ft

Surface Area	18 acres
Drainage Area	4 sq mi
Max Discharge	810 cfs
Year Completed	2002 (24 years old)
NID ID	SD02542

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: October 31, 2006

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

TODD BUSHONG

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bushong Dam?

Bushong 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 Bushong Dam?

Bushong Dam is owned by TODD BUSHONG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bushong Dam built?

Bushong Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Bushong Dam?

Bushong 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 Bushong Dam?

Bushong Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Bushong Dam last inspected?

Bushong Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2006. 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.