Grass Creek 727 (Nid)
Key Takeaway
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 53.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 168 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01106 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Grass Creek 727 (Nid)?
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) 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 Grass Creek 727 (Nid)?
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grass Creek 727 (Nid) built?
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Grass Creek 727 (Nid)?
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Grass Creek 727 (Nid)?
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) has a dam height of 24 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 Grass Creek 727 (Nid) last inspected?
Grass Creek 727 (Nid) was last inspected on October 12, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.