Dutton Dam
Key Takeaway
Dutton Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 644 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02238 |
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
HAROLD DUTTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dutton Dam?
Dutton 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 Dutton Dam?
Dutton Dam is owned by HAROLD DUTTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dutton Dam built?
Dutton Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Dutton Dam?
Dutton Dam 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 Dutton Dam?
Dutton Dam 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.