Alfred Hutchinson
Key Takeaway
Alfred Hutchinson is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 65.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01144 |
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
ALFRED HUTCHINSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alfred Hutchinson?
Alfred Hutchinson 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 Alfred Hutchinson?
Alfred Hutchinson is owned by ALFRED HUTCHINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alfred Hutchinson built?
Alfred Hutchinson was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Alfred Hutchinson?
Alfred Hutchinson 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 Alfred Hutchinson?
Alfred Hutchinson has a dam height of 26 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.