Kelly Escott Dam
Key Takeaway
Kelly Escott Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 53.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02436 |
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
KELLY ESCOTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kelly Escott Dam?
Kelly Escott 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 Kelly Escott Dam?
Kelly Escott Dam is owned by KELLY ESCOTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kelly Escott Dam built?
Kelly Escott Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Kelly Escott Dam?
Kelly Escott Dam 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 Kelly Escott Dam?
Kelly Escott Dam has a dam height of 24 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.