Leichtnam Dam

TR. MEDICINE CREEK· Lyman, South Dakota· Built 2003· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Leichtnam Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD)
Dam Length595 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Max Discharge405 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDSD02536

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 19, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

LYNN LEICHTNAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leichtnam Dam?

Leichtnam 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 Leichtnam Dam?

Leichtnam Dam is owned by LYNN LEICHTNAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leichtnam Dam built?

Leichtnam Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Leichtnam Dam?

Leichtnam 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 Leichtnam Dam?

Leichtnam Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Leichtnam Dam last inspected?

Leichtnam Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2005. 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.