May & Sons, INC.
Key Takeaway
May & Sons, INC. is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 93.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02369 |
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
MAY & SONS INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of May & Sons, INC.?
May & Sons, INC. 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 May & Sons, INC.?
May & Sons, INC. is owned by MAY & SONS INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was May & Sons, INC. built?
May & Sons, INC. was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 May & Sons, INC.?
May & Sons, INC. serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is May & Sons, INC.?
May & Sons, INC. has a dam height of 34 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.