Bud Young Section 3
Key Takeaway
Bud Young Section 3 is classified as high hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,673 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1991 |
| NID ID | SD00787 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUG YOUNG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bud Young Section 3?
Bud Young Section 3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bud Young Section 3?
Bud Young Section 3 is owned by DOUG YOUNG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bud Young Section 3 built?
Bud Young Section 3 was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Bud Young Section 3?
Bud Young Section 3 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 Bud Young Section 3?
Bud Young Section 3 has a dam height of 21 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.
When was Bud Young Section 3 last inspected?
Bud Young Section 3 was last inspected on November 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.