Richmond
South Dakota — Brown County — FOOT CREEK
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Brown |
| River | FOOT CREEK |
| Coordinates | 45.53335, -98.59157 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 52 ft |
| Dam Height | 52 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,550 ft |
| NID Storage | 19,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 19,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 824 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 13, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1935 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | S&PL |
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.