E. Hunt
Key Takeaway
E. Hunt is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 82.6% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00770 |
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
E. HUNT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of E. Hunt?
E. Hunt 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 E. Hunt?
E. Hunt is owned by E. HUNT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was E. Hunt built?
E. Hunt was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 E. Hunt?
E. Hunt 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 E. Hunt?
E. Hunt has a dam height of 29 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.