Duck Creek Dam No.2
Key Takeaway
Duck Creek Dam No.2 is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01400 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BARKLEY RANCH INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duck Creek Dam No.2?
Duck Creek Dam No.2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Duck Creek Dam No.2?
Duck Creek Dam No.2 is owned by BARKLEY RANCH INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duck Creek Dam No.2 built?
Duck Creek Dam No.2 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Duck Creek Dam No.2?
Duck Creek Dam No.2 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 Duck Creek Dam No.2?
Duck Creek Dam No.2 has a dam height of 21 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.