Margery Houck Dam
Key Takeaway
Margery Houck Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02499 |
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
MARGERY HOUCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Margery Houck Dam?
Margery Houck 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 Margery Houck Dam?
Margery Houck Dam is owned by MARGERY HOUCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Margery Houck Dam built?
Margery Houck Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Margery Houck Dam?
Margery Houck Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Margery Houck Dam?
Margery Houck Dam 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.
When was Margery Houck Dam last inspected?
Margery Houck Dam was last inspected on August 3, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.