Wild Rice Creek No. 2
Key Takeaway
Wild Rice Creek No. 2 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 96.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,227 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 831 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,436 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02155 |
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
WILD RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wild Rice Creek No. 2?
Wild Rice Creek No. 2 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 Wild Rice Creek No. 2?
Wild Rice Creek No. 2 is owned by WILD RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wild Rice Creek No. 2 built?
Wild Rice Creek No. 2 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Wild Rice Creek No. 2?
Wild Rice Creek No. 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wild Rice Creek No. 2?
Wild Rice Creek No. 2 has a dam height of 40 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.