Joubert Drainage Dam

Tributary to Platte Creek· Charles Mix, South Dakota· Built 1985· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Joubert Drainage Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 3% in SD)
Dam Length265 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage501 acre-ft
Normal Storage131 acre-ft
Surface Area56 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge3,932 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDSD02217

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: August 18, 2020
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: DENR

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joubert Drainage Dam?

Joubert Drainage 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 Joubert Drainage Dam?

Joubert Drainage Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Joubert Drainage Dam built?

Joubert Drainage Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Joubert Drainage Dam?

Joubert Drainage Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Joubert Drainage Dam?

Joubert Drainage Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Joubert Drainage Dam last inspected?

Joubert Drainage Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2020. 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.