Gerkin Refuge No.3
Key Takeaway
Gerkin Refuge No.3 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 | 10 ft (taller than 1.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00663 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gerkin Refuge No.3?
Gerkin Refuge No.3 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 Gerkin Refuge No.3?
Gerkin Refuge No.3 is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gerkin Refuge No.3 built?
Gerkin Refuge No.3 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 Gerkin Refuge No.3?
Gerkin Refuge No.3 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 Gerkin Refuge No.3?
Gerkin Refuge No.3 has a dam height of 10 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 Gerkin Refuge No.3 last inspected?
Gerkin Refuge No.3 was last inspected on November 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.