Bomb Range Dam
Key Takeaway
Bomb Range Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01388 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TROTTER RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bomb Range Dam?
Bomb Range Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bomb Range Dam?
Bomb Range Dam is owned by TROTTER RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bomb Range Dam built?
Bomb Range Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Bomb Range Dam?
Bomb Range Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Bomb Range Dam?
Bomb Range Dam has a dam height of 18 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.