Glen Baker Dam
Key Takeaway
Glen Baker Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 57.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,984 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01015 |
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
GLEN BAKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Baker Dam?
Glen Baker 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 Glen Baker Dam?
Glen Baker Dam is owned by GLEN BAKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glen Baker Dam built?
Glen Baker Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Glen Baker Dam?
Glen Baker Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Glen Baker Dam?
Glen Baker Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Glen Baker Dam last inspected?
Glen Baker Dam was last inspected on May 16, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.