Brule Creek Watershed Dt Dam B-16, located in Union, South Dakota, is a crucial water resource management structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1962.
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This earth dam stands at 25 feet tall and spans 800 feet, serving the primary purpose of water retention in the Brule Creek tributary. With a capacity to store 207 acre-feet of water, the dam plays a vital role in regulating the flow of the stream, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1632 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Brule Creek Watershed Dt Dam B-16 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential. Despite not being rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its construction. While the last inspection dates back to 1981, the dam is equipped with emergency preparedness measures, although details on emergency action plans and risk assessments are currently unavailable. As an essential component of the water infrastructure in the region, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are necessary to ensure the structural integrity and operational efficiency of Brule Creek Watershed Dt Dam B-16.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. BRULE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
207 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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