Cable Dams
Key Takeaway
Cable Dams is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 612 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00169 |
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
FRANK CABLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cable Dams?
Cable Dams 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 Cable Dams?
Cable Dams is owned by FRANK CABLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cable Dams built?
Cable Dams was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Cable Dams?
Cable Dams 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 Cable Dams?
Cable Dams has a dam height of 28 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.