Kaiser Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaiser Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 98.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 634 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02656 |
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
Clay & Jim Kaiser
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kaiser Dam?
Kaiser 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 Kaiser Dam?
Kaiser Dam is owned by Clay & Jim Kaiser (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaiser Dam built?
Kaiser Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Kaiser Dam?
Kaiser Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Kaiser Dam?
Kaiser Dam has a dam height of 48 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.