Kraft Dam (Blank Dam)
Key Takeaway
Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 11.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02218 |
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 Kraft Dam (Blank Dam)?
Kraft Dam (Blank 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 Kraft Dam (Blank Dam)?
Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) built?
Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Kraft Dam (Blank Dam)?
Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kraft Dam (Blank Dam)?
Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) has a dam height of 15 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 Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) last inspected?
Kraft Dam (Blank Dam) was last inspected on November 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.