Herman #13
Key Takeaway
Herman #13 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 71.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 945 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00049 |
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
HERMAN ANGUS INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herman #13?
Herman #13 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 Herman #13?
Herman #13 is owned by HERMAN ANGUS INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herman #13 built?
Herman #13 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Herman #13?
Herman #13 serves the following purposes: 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 Herman #13?
Herman #13 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.