Bradfield Divers. & Dete
Key Takeaway
Bradfield Divers. & Dete is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 96.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 590 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01342 |
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
BYRON BRADFIELD
Private
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bradfield Divers. & Dete?
Bradfield Divers. & Dete 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 Bradfield Divers. & Dete?
Bradfield Divers. & Dete is owned by BYRON BRADFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bradfield Divers. & Dete built?
Bradfield Divers. & Dete was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Bradfield Divers. & Dete?
Bradfield Divers. & Dete serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bradfield Divers. & Dete?
Bradfield Divers. & Dete has a dam height of 40 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.