Dale Ellis
Key Takeaway
Dale Ellis is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 338 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01184 |
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
DALE ELLIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dale Ellis?
Dale Ellis 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 Dale Ellis?
Dale Ellis is owned by DALE ELLIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dale Ellis built?
Dale Ellis was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Dale Ellis?
Dale Ellis 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 Dale Ellis?
Dale Ellis has a dam height of 28 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.