Ambur No.1
Key Takeaway
Ambur No.1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 65.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01309 |
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
AMBUR
Private
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ambur No.1?
Ambur No.1 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 Ambur No.1?
Ambur No.1 is owned by AMBUR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ambur No.1 built?
Ambur No.1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Ambur No.1?
Ambur No.1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ambur No.1?
Ambur No.1 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.