Brakke Dam
South Dakota — Lyman County — TR-MEDICINE CREEK
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Lyman |
| River | TR-MEDICINE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.89538, -99.95597 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,016 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,016 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 131 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | — |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 20, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1937 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | GF&P |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.