Hattum Dam

TOBIN DRAW· Hughes, South Dakota· Built 1999· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hattum Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 88.8% in SD)
Dam Length383 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage155 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,700 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDSD02454

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 26, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

ROBERT HATTUM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hattum Dam?

Hattum 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 Hattum Dam?

Hattum Dam is owned by ROBERT HATTUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hattum Dam built?

Hattum Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Hattum Dam?

Hattum Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hattum Dam?

Hattum Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Hattum Dam last inspected?

Hattum Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.