Pikes Pond
Key Takeaway
Pikes Pond is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02251 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pikes Pond?
Pikes Pond 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 Pikes Pond?
Pikes Pond is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pikes Pond built?
Pikes Pond was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Pikes Pond?
Pikes Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pikes Pond?
Pikes Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Pikes Pond last inspected?
Pikes Pond was last inspected on April 26, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.