Bucholz No.3
Key Takeaway
Bucholz No.3 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 57.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 96 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01307 |
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
BUCHOLZ
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bucholz No.3?
Bucholz No.3 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 Bucholz No.3?
Bucholz No.3 is owned by BUCHOLZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bucholz No.3 built?
Bucholz No.3 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Bucholz No.3?
Bucholz No.3 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bucholz No.3?
Bucholz No.3 has a dam height of 25 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.