Leger Irrigation
Key Takeaway
Leger Irrigation is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00636 |
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
WILLIAM LEGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leger Irrigation?
Leger Irrigation 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 Leger Irrigation?
Leger Irrigation is owned by WILLIAM LEGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leger Irrigation built?
Leger Irrigation was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Leger Irrigation?
Leger Irrigation 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 Leger Irrigation?
Leger Irrigation has a dam height of 28 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.