Cecil Vig
Key Takeaway
Cecil Vig is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 49.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 8,840 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02119 |
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
CECIL VIG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cecil Vig?
Cecil Vig 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 Cecil Vig?
Cecil Vig is owned by CECIL VIG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cecil Vig built?
Cecil Vig was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Cecil Vig?
Cecil Vig 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 Cecil Vig?
Cecil Vig has a dam height of 23 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.