Werdel West Dam
South Dakota, Hand County, Elm Creek-TR
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Hand |
| River | Elm Creek-TR |
| Coordinates | 44.23881, -99.29368 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | - |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | - |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2008 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | PJ Werdel & Sons Inc |
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.