Havemeier
Key Takeaway
Havemeier is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02663 |
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
JBH Dakota LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Havemeier?
Havemeier 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 Havemeier?
Havemeier is owned by JBH Dakota LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Havemeier built?
Havemeier was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Havemeier?
Havemeier serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Havemeier?
Havemeier has a dam height of 19 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.