Jerde Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerde Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 695 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02636 |
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
Philip Jerde
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerde Dam?
Jerde 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 Jerde Dam?
Jerde Dam is owned by Philip Jerde (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerde Dam built?
Jerde Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Jerde Dam?
Jerde Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerde Dam?
Jerde Dam has a dam height of 20 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.