Carr John Jr No.2
Key Takeaway
Carr John Jr No.2 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 71.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01261 |
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
JOHN CARR JR
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carr John Jr No.2?
Carr John Jr No.2 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 Carr John Jr No.2?
Carr John Jr No.2 is owned by JOHN CARR JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carr John Jr No.2 built?
Carr John Jr No.2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Carr John Jr No.2?
Carr John Jr No.2 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 Carr John Jr No.2?
Carr John Jr No.2 has a dam height of 27 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.