Oakley Eide No.2 is a private dam located in Gregory, South Dakota, along the South Fork Whetstone Creek.
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Built in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 1500 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose and associated structures are not specified, but it is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being categorized as a low hazard potential structure with a "Not Rated" condition assessment, Oakley Eide No.2 has not been inspected since July 1991. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps preparedness are unknown. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is reported to be 8304 cubic feet per second. While details on the dam's operational history and maintenance are limited, its location and design highlight the importance of monitoring and managing water resources to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1220 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
S FORK WHETSTONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Nid Storage |
1500 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
50 |
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