Kukuchka Dam
Key Takeaway
Kukuchka Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 574 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | SD02433 |
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
WILLIAM KUKUCHKA
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kukuchka Dam?
Kukuchka 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 Kukuchka Dam?
Kukuchka Dam is owned by WILLIAM KUKUCHKA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kukuchka Dam built?
Kukuchka Dam 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 Kukuchka Dam?
Kukuchka Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kukuchka Dam?
Kukuchka Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Kukuchka Dam last inspected?
Kukuchka Dam was last inspected on August 31, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.