M. Schatz No.1
Key Takeaway
M. Schatz No.1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 840 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01796 |
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
M. SCHATZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of M. Schatz No.1?
M. Schatz No.1 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 M. Schatz No.1?
M. Schatz No.1 is owned by M. SCHATZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was M. Schatz No.1 built?
M. Schatz No.1 was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 M. Schatz No.1?
M. Schatz No.1 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 M. Schatz No.1?
M. Schatz No.1 has a dam height of 20 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.