Howes Grazing Association
Key Takeaway
Howes Grazing Association is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 870 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02449 |
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
HOWES GRAZING ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howes Grazing Association?
Howes Grazing Association 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 Howes Grazing Association?
Howes Grazing Association is owned by HOWES GRAZING ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howes Grazing Association built?
Howes Grazing Association was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Howes Grazing Association?
Howes Grazing Association serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Howes Grazing Association?
Howes Grazing Association 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.
When was Howes Grazing Association last inspected?
Howes Grazing Association was last inspected on September 16, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.