C. Vansickel

TR CHEYENNE· Meade, South Dakota· Built 1936· Earth· 17 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

C. Vansickel is classified as high hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD)
Dam Length	580 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	161 acre-ft
Normal Storage	80 acre-ft

Surface Area	14 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	1,075 cfs
Year Completed	1936 (90 years old)
NID ID	SD00375

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: November 9, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

CHARLES VANSICKEL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of C. Vansickel?

C. Vansickel 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 C. Vansickel?

C. Vansickel is owned by CHARLES VANSICKEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was C. Vansickel built?

C. Vansickel was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 C. Vansickel?

C. Vansickel serves the following purposes: 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 C. Vansickel?

C. Vansickel has a dam height of 17 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 C. Vansickel last inspected?

C. Vansickel was last inspected on November 9, 2021. 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.