Bockert
Key Takeaway
Bockert is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 49.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | SD01102 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bockert?
Bockert 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 Bockert?
Bockert is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bockert built?
Bockert was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Bockert?
Bockert serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bockert?
Bockert has a dam height of 23 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.
When was Bockert last inspected?
Bockert was last inspected on June 6, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.