Benson Dam
Low Hazard ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Tripp |
| Nearest City | NONE |
| River/Stream | WILLOW CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.12166, -99.99166 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 2,900 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,900 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 116 acres |
| Drainage Area | 78 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Owner | ROBERT & JUDY BENSON |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Last Inspection | 11/01/1983 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |