Lesmeister Dam
Key Takeaway
Lesmeister Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 96.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 321 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 422 cfs |
| NID ID | SD02597 |
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
KEITH LESMEISTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lesmeister Dam?
Lesmeister 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 Lesmeister Dam?
Lesmeister Dam is owned by KEITH LESMEISTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lesmeister Dam?
Lesmeister Dam 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 Lesmeister Dam?
Lesmeister Dam has a dam height of 40 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.