Gerbracht Dam
Key Takeaway
Gerbracht Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 517 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02463 |
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
WALTER GERBRACHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gerbracht Dam?
Gerbracht 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 Gerbracht Dam?
Gerbracht Dam is owned by WALTER GERBRACHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gerbracht Dam built?
Gerbracht Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Gerbracht Dam?
Gerbracht Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Gerbracht Dam?
Gerbracht Dam has a dam height of 28 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.
When was Gerbracht Dam last inspected?
Gerbracht Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.