Muth Dam

FIVE MILE CREEK· Perkins, South Dakota· Built 2000· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Muth Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD)
Dam Length355 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage306 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge1,560 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDSD02525

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: April 6, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

JERRY MUTH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Muth Dam?

Muth 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 Muth Dam?

Muth Dam is owned by JERRY MUTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Muth Dam built?

Muth Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Muth Dam?

Muth 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 Muth Dam?

Muth Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Muth Dam last inspected?

Muth Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2004. 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.