Herman Van Den Berg
Key Takeaway
Herman Van Den Berg is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01738 |
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
THEODORE KARL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herman Van Den Berg?
Herman Van Den Berg 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 Van Den Berg?
Herman Van Den Berg is owned by THEODORE KARL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herman Van Den Berg built?
Herman Van Den Berg was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Van Den Berg?
Herman Van Den Berg 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 Herman Van Den Berg?
Herman Van Den Berg has a dam height of 18 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.