American Luthern Church
Key Takeaway
American Luthern Church is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 884 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 4,840 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00591 |
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
AMERICAN LUTHERN CHURCH
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of American Luthern Church?
American Luthern Church 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 American Luthern Church?
American Luthern Church is owned by AMERICAN LUTHERN CHURCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was American Luthern Church built?
American Luthern Church was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 American Luthern Church?
American Luthern Church serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is American Luthern Church?
American Luthern Church has a dam height of 30 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.