Glen Lakner
Key Takeaway
Glen Lakner is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01962 |
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 LAKNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Lakner?
Glen Lakner 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 Lakner?
Glen Lakner is owned by GLEN LAKNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glen Lakner built?
Glen Lakner was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Lakner?
Glen Lakner 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 Glen Lakner?
Glen Lakner has a dam height of 16 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.