Deuchar Dam
Key Takeaway
Deuchar Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | SD02478 |
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
GENE DUECHAR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deuchar Dam?
Deuchar 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 Deuchar Dam?
Deuchar Dam is owned by GENE DUECHAR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deuchar Dam built?
Deuchar Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Deuchar Dam?
Deuchar Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deuchar Dam?
Deuchar Dam has a dam height of 19 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.