Ellery Brockel
Key Takeaway
Ellery Brockel 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 | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00446 |
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
ELLERY BROCKEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ellery Brockel?
Ellery Brockel 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 Ellery Brockel?
Ellery Brockel is owned by ELLERY BROCKEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ellery Brockel built?
Ellery Brockel 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 Ellery Brockel?
Ellery Brockel 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 Ellery Brockel?
Ellery Brockel has a dam height of 30 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.