Bruce Herman
Key Takeaway
Bruce Herman is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 95.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01154 |
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
BRUCE HERMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bruce Herman?
Bruce Herman 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 Bruce Herman?
Bruce Herman is owned by BRUCE HERMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bruce Herman built?
Bruce Herman was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bruce Herman?
Bruce Herman 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 Bruce Herman?
Bruce Herman has a dam height of 38 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.