Hamilton Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamilton Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 53.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,362 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02178 |
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
J. TIPPS HAMILTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton Irrigation Dam?
Hamilton Irrigation 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 Hamilton Irrigation Dam?
Hamilton Irrigation Dam is owned by J. TIPPS HAMILTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton Irrigation Dam built?
Hamilton Irrigation Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Hamilton Irrigation Dam?
Hamilton Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamilton Irrigation Dam?
Hamilton Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 24 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.