Nelson Dam
South Dakota — Charles Mix County — CEDAR CREEK-TR
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Charles Mix |
| River | CEDAR CREEK-TR |
| Coordinates | 43.29273, -98.88363 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| NID Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | — |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1980 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | GARY & ARLO NELSON |
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.