Julian Cheney
Key Takeaway
Julian Cheney is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 45.6% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01971 |
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
JULIAN CHENEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Julian Cheney?
Julian Cheney 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 Julian Cheney?
Julian Cheney is owned by JULIAN CHENEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Julian Cheney built?
Julian Cheney was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Julian Cheney?
Julian Cheney serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Julian Cheney?
Julian Cheney has a dam height of 22 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.