Joe Wunder
Key Takeaway
Joe Wunder is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02064 |
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
JOE WUNDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Wunder?
Joe Wunder 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 Joe Wunder?
Joe Wunder is owned by JOE WUNDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Wunder built?
Joe Wunder was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Joe Wunder?
Joe Wunder 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 Joe Wunder?
Joe Wunder has a dam height of 12 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.