Dry Creek Subimpoundment
Key Takeaway
Dry Creek Subimpoundment is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02391 |
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 Dry Creek Subimpoundment?
Dry Creek Subimpoundment 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 Dry Creek Subimpoundment?
Dry Creek Subimpoundment is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Creek Subimpoundment built?
Dry Creek Subimpoundment was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Dry Creek Subimpoundment?
Dry Creek Subimpoundment serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dry Creek Subimpoundment?
Dry Creek Subimpoundment has a dam height of 30 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.