Charlie Waters Dam
Key Takeaway
Charlie Waters Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00650 |
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
RUDY LULF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charlie Waters Dam?
Charlie Waters Dam 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 Charlie Waters Dam?
Charlie Waters Dam is owned by RUDY LULF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charlie Waters Dam built?
Charlie Waters Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Charlie Waters Dam?
Charlie Waters Dam 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 Charlie Waters Dam?
Charlie Waters Dam has a dam height of 16 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.