Ambrose
South Dakota — Hyde County — West Fork Elm Creek
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Hyde |
| River | West Fork Elm Creek |
| Coordinates | 44.24966, -99.45297 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 670 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 670 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 4, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1935 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BIA |
| Other Name | Ambrose |
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.