Haskins Number 1
Key Takeaway
Haskins Number 1 is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00254 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
W.T. MCILRAVY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Haskins Number 1?
Haskins Number 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Haskins Number 1?
Haskins Number 1 is owned by W.T. MCILRAVY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haskins Number 1 built?
Haskins Number 1 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Haskins Number 1?
Haskins Number 1 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 Haskins Number 1?
Haskins Number 1 has a dam height of 17 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.