Part of the development of the Missouri River Basin, and completed in 1964, the dam is designed to provide flood control, irrigation, and power. The dam is a rolled-earth fill and reaches a height of 95 feet. The total output of hydroelectric power is 468,000 kilowatts. The 80-mile-long Lake Sharpe reservoir, with a shoreline of 200 miles, is noted for walleye fishing; 19 recreation areas located around the reservoir include campgrounds and day-use areas, as well as moderately-developed and primitive areas. Hwy 47 crosses it near Fort Thompson. The powerhouse lobby offers exhibits and information. Free tours of the powerhouse are given from Memorial Day through Labor day.
Location:
Fort Thompson South Dakota 57339
Telephone
605-245-2331
(Fort Thompson) Big Bend Dam and Lake Sharpe
(Miller) Dakota Wild Wings Ranch
(Pierre) Deep Creek Elk Ranch
(Pierre) Lake Oahe
(Pierre) Okobojo
(Miller) The Back Forty
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01/10 Coming to The Fort Thompson area
South Dakota BBQ Championships Huron SD May31-June1 Anyone can compete in the backyard BBQ Competition. Meat is provided so you don't need to bring any.
Antique Power Show Huron SD June15-17 Experience the days of antique tractors, cars, steam and stationary gas engines. 150 exhibits and displays, entertainment, demonstrations, flea market, parade and tractor and car games.
Sully County Fair Onida SD August9-12 kicking off the fair with a parade through Onida on Thursday, at 6:27 p.m. The parade will end up at the fairgrounds where we will be having cake, refreshments and music.
Brown County Fair Aberdeen SD August12-18 The Brown County Fair has been providing entertainment and promoting family unity since the 1880s. Enjoy the Dacotah Stampede Rodeo and the demolition derby.
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