Circle Bar Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Circle Bar Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 158 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 295 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02588 |
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
WILLIAM O'FARRELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Circle Bar Ranch Dam?
Circle Bar Ranch 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 Circle Bar Ranch Dam?
Circle Bar Ranch Dam is owned by WILLIAM O'FARRELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Circle Bar Ranch Dam built?
Circle Bar Ranch Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Circle Bar Ranch Dam?
Circle Bar Ranch Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Circle Bar Ranch Dam?
Circle Bar Ranch Dam has a dam height of 20 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.