Curlew
Key Takeaway
Curlew is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 97.6% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 4,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02160 |
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
GF&P
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Curlew?
Curlew 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 Curlew?
Curlew is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curlew built?
Curlew was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Curlew?
Curlew 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 Curlew?
Curlew has a dam height of 43 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 Curlew last inspected?
Curlew was last inspected on November 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.