Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 96.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 660 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02553 |
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
USACE - Omaha District
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam?
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek 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 Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam?
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam is owned by USACE - Omaha District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam built?
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam?
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam?
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam last inspected?
Oahe Dam - Spring Creek Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.