Cone Dam
Key Takeaway
Cone 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 | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,055 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,080 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02603 |
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
RICHARD CONE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cone Dam?
Cone 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 Cone Dam?
Cone Dam is owned by RICHARD CONE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cone Dam built?
Cone 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 Cone Dam?
Cone Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Cone Dam?
Cone Dam has a dam height of 14 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.