Gladys Feller
Key Takeaway
Gladys Feller is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,248 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01524 |
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
GLADYS FELLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gladys Feller?
Gladys Feller 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 Gladys Feller?
Gladys Feller is owned by GLADYS FELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gladys Feller built?
Gladys Feller was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Gladys Feller?
Gladys Feller 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 Gladys Feller?
Gladys Feller has a dam height of 21 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.