Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La
Key Takeaway
Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 98.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02166 |
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
LAWRENCE COUNTY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La?
Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La 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 Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La?
Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La is owned by LAWRENCE COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La built?
Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La?
Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La?
Bh Rc&D Grade Structure Bh Ca-305.3-La has a dam height of 50 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.