Allen Robinson
Key Takeaway
Allen Robinson is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 744 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02073 |
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
ALLEN ROBINSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Allen Robinson?
Allen Robinson 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 Allen Robinson?
Allen Robinson is owned by ALLEN ROBINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Allen Robinson built?
Allen Robinson was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Allen Robinson?
Allen Robinson 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 Allen Robinson?
Allen Robinson has a dam height of 16 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.