Rabbit Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Rabbit Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 93.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,692 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01115 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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 Rabbit Creek Dam?
Rabbit Creek Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rabbit Creek Dam?
Rabbit Creek Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rabbit Creek Dam built?
Rabbit Creek Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Rabbit Creek Dam?
Rabbit Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rabbit Creek Dam?
Rabbit Creek Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Rabbit Creek Dam last inspected?
Rabbit Creek Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.