Kroupa Dam
Key Takeaway
Kroupa Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 71.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | SD00200 |
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
Michael Kroupa
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kroupa Dam?
Kroupa 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 Kroupa Dam?
Kroupa Dam is owned by Michael Kroupa (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kroupa Dam built?
Kroupa Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Kroupa Dam?
Kroupa Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Kroupa Dam?
Kroupa Dam has a dam height of 27 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.