Linker Dam

WHITE RIVER OFF STREAM· Tripp, South Dakota· Built 1936· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Linker Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in SD)
Dam Length461 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage480 acre-ft
Max Discharge1,170 cfs
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)
NID IDSD00535

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

S.P. BLOOM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Linker Dam?

Linker 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 Linker Dam?

Linker Dam is owned by S.P. BLOOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Linker Dam built?

Linker Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Linker Dam?

Linker 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 Linker Dam?

Linker Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

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.