K Lazy K Ranch
Key Takeaway
K Lazy K Ranch is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00269 |
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
K LAZY K RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of K Lazy K Ranch?
K Lazy K Ranch 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 K Lazy K Ranch?
K Lazy K Ranch is owned by K LAZY K RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was K Lazy K Ranch built?
K Lazy K Ranch was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 K Lazy K Ranch?
K Lazy K Ranch 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 K Lazy K Ranch?
K Lazy K Ranch 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.