Indian Dam No.1
Key Takeaway
Indian Dam No.1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01404 |
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
JAMES A. WALLACE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Dam No.1?
Indian Dam No.1 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 Indian Dam No.1?
Indian Dam No.1 is owned by JAMES A. WALLACE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Dam No.1 built?
Indian Dam No.1 was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Indian Dam No.1?
Indian Dam No.1 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 Indian Dam No.1?
Indian Dam No.1 has a dam height of 16 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.