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The Oahe Dam is a large earthen dam on the Missouri River, just north of Pierre, South Dakota, United States. Begun in 1948 and opened in 1962, the dam creates Lake Oahe, the fourth-largest man-made reservoir in the United States. The reservoir stretches 231 miles (372 km) up the course of the Missouri to Bismarck, North Dakota.
The dam created Lake Oahe, the 4th largest reservoir in the U.S. and goes 231 miles up to Bismarck ND. It is home to threatened and endangered species of wildlife. Watefowl migrate through this area also.
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Oahe Dam Visitor Center. While at the Visitor Center you can learn how the dam was constructed and browse old photos from President John F Kennedy's visit to commemorate the completion of the dam.
Nestled in the heart of South Dakota lies a hidden gem of natural splendor: Lake Oahe. Stretching over 231 miles along the Missouri River, Lake Oahe is one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the United States, offering visitors a plethora of recreational opportunities amidst breathtaking scenery. Located just north of the state capital ...
Oahe Downstream is one of the South Dakota state parks that offers the opportunity for visitors to see the majestic bald eagle. During winter, bird watchers can view eagles that roost in the treetops below the dam.
Explore Lake Oahe in South Dakota with Recreation.gov. Oahe Dam, SD takes its name from the Oahe Indian Mission established among the Lakota Sioux Indians in 1874. Lake Oahe extends from Pierre, SD to Bismarck, ND.
Jul 13, 2023 · It’s a project that South Dakotans are probably familiar with, but how much do you really know about the Oahe Dam? Nestled in the plains just north of Pierre lies a project so powerful, so important, and yet so hidden.
