Falk Dam

TRIB. MISSOURI RIVER· Hughes, South Dakota· Built 1999· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Falk Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 71.8% in SD)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,450 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDSD02459

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 28, 1999
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

ALEX FALK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Falk Dam?

Falk 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 Falk Dam?

Falk Dam is owned by ALEX FALK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Falk Dam built?

Falk Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Falk Dam?

Falk Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Falk Dam?

Falk Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Falk Dam last inspected?

Falk Dam was last inspected on September 28, 1999. 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.