Mcgowan Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcgowan Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 447 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,080 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02546 |
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
FRANK McGOWAN
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mcgowan Dam?
Mcgowan 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 Mcgowan Dam?
Mcgowan Dam is owned by FRANK McGOWAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgowan Dam built?
Mcgowan Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Mcgowan Dam?
Mcgowan Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcgowan Dam?
Mcgowan Dam has a dam height of 17 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.