Haines Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Haines Dam No. 1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 304 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02529 |
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
WAYNE HAINES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Haines Dam No. 1?
Haines Dam No. 1 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 Haines Dam No. 1?
Haines Dam No. 1 is owned by WAYNE HAINES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haines Dam No. 1 built?
Haines Dam No. 1 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Haines Dam No. 1?
Haines Dam No. 1 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 Haines Dam No. 1?
Haines Dam No. 1 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.
When was Haines Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Haines Dam No. 1 was last inspected on September 15, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.