Feller Dam

DEHART DRAW· Hughes, South Dakota· Built 1998· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Feller Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge2,700 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDSD02500

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: May 11, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

JAMES A. FELLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Feller Dam?

Feller 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 Feller Dam?

Feller Dam is owned by JAMES A. FELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Feller Dam built?

Feller Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Feller Dam?

Feller Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Feller Dam?

Feller Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Feller Dam last inspected?

Feller Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2000. 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.