Klondike Dam
Key Takeaway
Klondike Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | SD02366 |
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
KLONDIKE REST. & PRES. INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Klondike Dam?
Klondike 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 Klondike Dam?
Klondike Dam is owned by KLONDIKE REST. & PRES. INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Klondike Dam built?
Klondike Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Klondike Dam?
Klondike Dam 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 Klondike Dam?
Klondike Dam has a dam height of 7 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.