Boydston Dam
Key Takeaway
Boydston Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02646 |
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
Dale Boydston
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boydston Dam?
Boydston 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 Boydston Dam?
Boydston Dam is owned by Dale Boydston (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boydston Dam built?
Boydston Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Boydston Dam?
Boydston 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 Boydston Dam?
Boydston Dam has a dam height of 12 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.