Floyd Cooper
Key Takeaway
Floyd Cooper is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 8,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01806 |
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
COOPER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Floyd Cooper?
Floyd Cooper 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 Floyd Cooper?
Floyd Cooper is owned by COOPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Floyd Cooper built?
Floyd Cooper was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Floyd Cooper?
Floyd Cooper 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 Floyd Cooper?
Floyd Cooper has a dam height of 17 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.