Eldrod Kolb
Key Takeaway
Eldrod Kolb is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 49.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01746 |
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
ELDROD KOLB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eldrod Kolb?
Eldrod Kolb 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 Eldrod Kolb?
Eldrod Kolb is owned by ELDROD KOLB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eldrod Kolb built?
Eldrod Kolb was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Eldrod Kolb?
Eldrod Kolb 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 Eldrod Kolb?
Eldrod Kolb has a dam height of 23 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.