Camp Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 65.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01403 |
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
JAMES JOHNSTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Creek Dam?
Camp Creek 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 Camp Creek Dam?
Camp Creek Dam is owned by JAMES JOHNSTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Creek Dam built?
Camp Creek Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Camp Creek Dam?
Camp Creek Dam 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 Camp Creek Dam?
Camp Creek Dam has a dam height of 26 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.