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You need the right gear for any sport, including paddling. Wearing the right life jacket and other equipment that is des...
10/17/2026

You need the right gear for any sport, including paddling. Wearing the right life jacket and other equipment that is designed for your water recreational activity can make your time in and on the water even more fun, so Please Wear It

There's just something about a beautiful sunrise that makes the start of a Friday even better!As the sun rises over the ...
10/16/2026

There's just something about a beautiful sunrise that makes the start of a Friday even better!

As the sun rises over the Big Bend Project this morning, we're reminded that sometimes the best way to start the day is to slow down and enjoy the view!

Please join us in congratulating our outstanding powerhouse mechanics on receiving the District Operations and Maintenan...
10/15/2026

Please join us in congratulating our outstanding powerhouse mechanics on receiving the District Operations and Maintenance Team Award earlier today!

The Big Bend Project Powerhouse Maintenance Mechanic Team—composed of Rory Bishop, Levi Bollinger, Matt Eymer, Dustin Rodriguez, and Troy Lorensen—are proudly recognized for exceptional initiative, craftsmanship, and unwavering commitment to safety.

The Team recognized critical safety hazards within the Big Bend Powerhouse and Spillway, the team engineered, fabricated, and installed custom shaft guards with superior precision and efficiency. Through proactive problem-solving, technical mastery, and seamless collaboration, this crew eliminated severe machinery risks, significantly bolstered operational reliability, and established a benchmark for hazard mitigation across the project.

Their dedication to workplace safety and maintenance excellence directly protects workforce personnel and ensures the long-term safety of the facility. The distinctive accomplishments of this team reflect great credit upon themselves, the Big Bend Project, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Their hard work often happens behind the scenes, but their contributions are essential to keeping Big Bend operating safely and efficiently.

This recognition is well-deserved, and we couldn’t be prouder to have these talented guys representing the Big Bend Project.

It's another Throwback Thursday at Big Bend and today we're taking another look back on how work was completed at Big Be...
10/15/2026

It's another Throwback Thursday at Big Bend and today we're taking another look back on how work was completed at Big Bend.

This undated photo shows a Big Bend crew pouring concrete. Cement buckets, like this one pictured, had a 4 cubic yard capacity. During peak construction, there were 2400 workers pouring cement 24 hours a day.

What To Know Wednesday - information on the current status of rec facilities at the Big Bend Project.Boat Ramps:Left Tai...
10/14/2026

What To Know Wednesday - information on the current status of rec facilities at the Big Bend Project.

Boat Ramps:
Left Tailrace (LTR) - OPEN
Right Tailrace (RTR) - OPEN
Good Soldier - OPEN
North Shore - OPEN

Fish Cleaning Stations:
LTR - CLOSED
RTR - CLOSED
North Shore - CLOSED

Camping:
Left Tailrace- CLOSED (Will open again May 1, 2027)
Right Tailrace- OPEN, free, primitive camping in cul de sac
North Shore Campground- OPEN, free primitive camping with camp pads, picnic table and fire ring

We can't wait to see you on your visit to the Big Bend Project soon! Be sure to tag us in your photos of your visit, we'd love to see them!

Two Truths and a Lie - Big Bend Edition Can you spot the lie? 🤔A. Lake Sharpe has 57,000 surface acres of water.B. Each ...
10/13/2026

Two Truths and a Lie - Big Bend Edition

Can you spot the lie? 🤔

A. Lake Sharpe has 57,000 surface acres of water.

B. Each October, Natural Resource Specialists channel their inner Bob Ross and paint the happy little trees of the Big Bend Project in fall colors.

C. The waters directly below Big Bend Dam, known as the tailrace, are incredibly popular for shore-angling. The churning from the powerhouse creates ad nutrient-rich environment that draws massive schools of baitfish and game-fish alike.

We can knot believe how fast summer is ending. 😉 Knowing how to tie correct and crisp knots regardless of the season wil...
10/11/2026

We can knot believe how fast summer is ending. 😉 Knowing how to tie correct and crisp knots regardless of the season will ensure you keep your vessel secure, avoid accidents, and are prepared for any situation on the water. Please Wear It

Always wear an engine cutoff device and a life jacket. If you capsize, stay with your boat, unless the shore is very clo...
10/09/2026

Always wear an engine cutoff device and a life jacket. If you capsize, stay with your boat, unless the shore is very close. The lake’s shore may look easy to reach, but often cold water, waves, current, exhaustion, or injury can make the swim deadly.

NOTICE:Work has begun on the North Shore beach access road for the Fort Thompson Water Intake Structure project. The Nor...
10/07/2026

NOTICE:

Work has begun on the North Shore beach access road for the Fort Thompson Water Intake Structure project. The North Shore beach access road will be closed until the completion of the project.

Expect increased heavy equipment and truck traffic moving in and out of the site along North Shore beach access road and Highway 47.

If you would like to utilize Fallen Warrior Field, access will be available via the west parking lot off North Shore Road.

There's something special about watching the sun rise over the Big Bend Project - it's a pretty great way to start the d...
10/07/2026

There's something special about watching the sun rise over the Big Bend Project - it's a pretty great way to start the day.

If you've captured a beautiful fall sunrise or any autumn views around the Big Bend Project, we'd love to see them! Drop your photos in the comments below.

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33573 North Shore Road
Fort Thompson, SD
57339

Telephone

+16052451800

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