SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – According to city officials, Lake Mitchell will not be drained this year.
The South Dakota Department of Ag and Natural Resources says the city must complete an analysis before the reconstruction of the dam.
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This is to ensure that there are no safety issues once the dam is breached. This impacts the Lake Mitchell improvement Project’s timeline.
Originally the plan was set to have Lake Mitchell drained, cleaned, and refilled sometime in the fall of 2025…