Skull Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Skull Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01200 |
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
HARRY BLAIR AND SON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skull Creek Dam?
Skull 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 Skull Creek Dam?
Skull Creek Dam is owned by HARRY BLAIR AND SON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skull Creek Dam built?
Skull Creek Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Skull Creek Dam?
Skull Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Skull Creek Dam?
Skull Creek Dam 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.