James Diversion Dam
South Dakota — Beadle County — JAMES RIVER
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Beadle |
| River | JAMES RIVER |
| Coordinates | 44.59730, -98.23890 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,875 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,875 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 960 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 27, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
| Other Name | James Diversion Reservoir |
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.