Daum Bros.
Key Takeaway
Daum Bros. is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 291 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 262 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00132 |
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
DAUM BROS.
Private
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Daum Bros.?
Daum Bros. 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 Daum Bros.?
Daum Bros. is owned by DAUM BROS. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daum Bros. built?
Daum Bros. was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Daum Bros.?
Daum Bros. serves the following purposes: 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 Daum Bros.?
Daum Bros. 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.