Delbridge Dam
Key Takeaway
Delbridge Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00391 |
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
ARNOLD DELBRIDGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Delbridge Dam?
Delbridge 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 Delbridge Dam?
Delbridge Dam is owned by ARNOLD DELBRIDGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delbridge Dam built?
Delbridge Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Delbridge Dam?
Delbridge Dam 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 Delbridge Dam?
Delbridge 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.