Old Stickney
Key Takeaway
Old Stickney is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 1.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00687 |
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
S&PL
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Old Stickney?
Old Stickney 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 Old Stickney?
Old Stickney is owned by S&PL (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Stickney built?
Old Stickney was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Old Stickney?
Old Stickney 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 Old Stickney?
Old Stickney has a dam height of 10 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 Old Stickney last inspected?
Old Stickney was last inspected on October 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.