Harry Bickel
Key Takeaway
Harry Bickel is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 71.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,664 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00598 |
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
HARRY BICKEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harry Bickel?
Harry Bickel 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 Harry Bickel?
Harry Bickel is owned by HARRY BICKEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harry Bickel built?
Harry Bickel was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Harry Bickel?
Harry Bickel 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 Harry Bickel?
Harry Bickel has a dam height of 27 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.