Dusseau Dam, located in Brule, South Dakota, is a privately-owned earth dam completed in 1947 with a height of 26 feet and a length of 590 feet.
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The dam has a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 33 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of the Missouri River, the dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Dusseau Dam is considered to have a significant hazard potential. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 275 cubic feet per second and is under the jurisdiction of the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Although specific details on emergency action plans and risk management measures are not provided, the dam's location and design highlight the importance of monitoring and maintaining its structural integrity to ensure the safety of downstream communities and water resources in the event of a flood or other emergency.
Given its age and regulatory status, Dusseau Dam serves as a crucial component of the local water management infrastructure in South Dakota. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the dam represents a case study in the challenges and considerations that come with maintaining and regulating aging infrastructure, particularly in the context of changing climate patterns and increasing pressures on water resources. As such, ongoing monitoring, assessment, and potential upgrades or modifications may be necessary to ensure the long-term safety and functionality of Dusseau Dam and similar structures in the region.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB-MISSONot RatedI |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
26 |
White R Near Oacoma Sd
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105cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
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3cfs |
Firesteel Cr Near Mount Vernon Sd
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0cfs |
James R Near Forestburg Sd
|
560cfs |
James R At Huron Sd
|
548cfs |
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American Creek - Lake Francis Case
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West Chamberlain - Lake Francis Case
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Happy Campers Campground
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