Englebrecht Dam
Key Takeaway
Englebrecht Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01386 |
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
P. ENGELBRECHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Englebrecht Dam?
Englebrecht 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 Englebrecht Dam?
Englebrecht Dam is owned by P. ENGELBRECHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Englebrecht Dam built?
Englebrecht Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Englebrecht Dam?
Englebrecht Dam 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 Englebrecht Dam?
Englebrecht Dam has a dam height of 18 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.