Lake Herman Mip #3
Key Takeaway
Lake Herman Mip #3 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 82.6% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,343 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,315 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02183 |
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
LAKE CO. CONSV. DIST.
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Herman Mip #3?
Lake Herman Mip #3 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 Lake Herman Mip #3?
Lake Herman Mip #3 is owned by LAKE CO. CONSV. DIST. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Herman Mip #3 built?
Lake Herman Mip #3 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Lake Herman Mip #3?
Lake Herman Mip #3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Herman Mip #3?
Lake Herman Mip #3 has a dam height of 29 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.