L. Woodward
Key Takeaway
L. Woodward is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 445 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 292 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 6,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00789 |
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
L. WOODWARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L. Woodward?
L. Woodward 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 L. Woodward?
L. Woodward is owned by L. WOODWARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L. Woodward built?
L. Woodward was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 L. Woodward?
L. Woodward 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 L. Woodward?
L. Woodward has a dam height of 21 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.