Fort Randall Dam

South Dakota — Charles Mix County — MISSOURI RIVER

Location

StateSouth Dakota
CountyCharles Mix
RiverMISSOURI RIVER
Coordinates43.06110, -98.56017

Physical Characteristics

NID Height170 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length10,700 ft
NID Storage6,300,000 acre-ft
Max Storage6,300,000 acre-ft
Surface Area118,400 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 16, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1954
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Omaha District
Other NameLake Francis Case

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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.

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