Kadoka (Nid)

WHITE WILLOW CREEK· Jackson, South Dakota· Built 1930· Earth· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Kadoka (Nid) is classified as high hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	24 ft (taller than 53.3% in SD)
Dam Length	1,175 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	1.6K acre-ft

Surface Area	255 acres
Max Discharge	6,400 cfs
Year Completed	1930 (96 years old)
NID ID	SD01172

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 17, 2012

State Regulated: No

Regulatory Agency: DENR

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kadoka (Nid)?

Kadoka (Nid) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kadoka (Nid)?

Kadoka (Nid) is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kadoka (Nid) built?

Kadoka (Nid) was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Kadoka (Nid)?

Kadoka (Nid) 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 Kadoka (Nid)?

Kadoka (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 Kadoka (Nid) last inspected?

Kadoka (Nid) was last inspected on May 17, 2012. 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.