Davis Ranch INC. No.1
Key Takeaway
Davis Ranch INC. No.1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 489 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00678 |
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
DAVIS RANCH INC.
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Davis Ranch INC. No.1?
Davis Ranch INC. No.1 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 Davis Ranch INC. No.1?
Davis Ranch INC. No.1 is owned by DAVIS RANCH INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Ranch INC. No.1 built?
Davis Ranch INC. No.1 was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Davis Ranch INC. No.1?
Davis Ranch INC. No.1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Davis Ranch INC. No.1?
Davis Ranch INC. No.1 has a dam height of 21 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.