Peck Dam

TR-GRAND· Perkins, South Dakota· Built 1934· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Peck Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 24.1% in SD)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Max Discharge335 cfs
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)
NID IDSD00884

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

DARRELL STORM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Peck Dam?

Peck 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 Peck Dam?

Peck Dam is owned by DARRELL STORM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Peck Dam built?

Peck Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Peck Dam?

Peck 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 Peck Dam?

Peck Dam has a dam height of 18 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.