Bietelspacher Dam
Key Takeaway
Bietelspacher Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,090 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02612 |
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
LEROY BIETELSPACHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bietelspacher Dam?
Bietelspacher Dam 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 Bietelspacher Dam?
Bietelspacher Dam is owned by LEROY BIETELSPACHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bietelspacher Dam built?
Bietelspacher Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Bietelspacher Dam?
Bietelspacher Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Bietelspacher Dam?
Bietelspacher Dam 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.