Larsen Irrigation Dam, located in Lyman, South Dakota, was completed in 1978 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the area.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 962 feet, providing a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet for the surrounding drainage area of 1 square mile. The dam's primary purpose is to control water flow from TR-Counselor Creek and reduce the risk of flooding in the region.
Managed by a private entity, Larsen Irrigation Dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated, and emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan, are yet to be implemented. With a spillway width of 50 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 675 cubic feet per second, Larsen Irrigation Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local community and environment against potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
962 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COUNSELOR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
White R Near Oacoma Sd
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105cfs |
Bad R Near Fort Pierre Sd
|
7cfs |
Platte Creek Near Platte
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3cfs |
White River Near White River
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42cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Left Tailrace - Lake Sharpe
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Right Tailrace - COE
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North Shore -COE
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Old Fort Thompson - COE
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