Krumm Dam
Key Takeaway
Krumm Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 95.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 132 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02147 |
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
JIM KRUMM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Krumm Dam?
Krumm 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 Krumm Dam?
Krumm Dam is owned by JIM KRUMM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krumm Dam built?
Krumm Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Krumm Dam?
Krumm 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 Krumm Dam?
Krumm Dam has a dam height of 37 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.