Harold Stirling
Key Takeaway
Harold Stirling is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 57.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 832 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01561 |
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
HAROLD STIRLING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harold Stirling?
Harold Stirling 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 Harold Stirling?
Harold Stirling is owned by HAROLD STIRLING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harold Stirling built?
Harold Stirling was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Harold Stirling?
Harold Stirling 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 Harold Stirling?
Harold Stirling 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.