A. Oakland
Key Takeaway
A. Oakland is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00364 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOM STERNARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of A. Oakland?
A. Oakland is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates A. Oakland?
A. Oakland is owned by TOM STERNARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A. Oakland built?
A. Oakland was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of A. Oakland?
A. Oakland serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is A. Oakland?
A. Oakland has a dam height of 21 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.