Jack Freeman Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Freeman Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 53.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | SD02441 |
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
JACK FREEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jack Freeman Dam?
Jack Freeman Dam 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 Jack Freeman Dam?
Jack Freeman Dam is owned by JACK FREEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack Freeman Dam built?
Jack Freeman Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Jack Freeman Dam?
Jack Freeman Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jack Freeman Dam?
Jack Freeman Dam has a dam height of 24 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.