Mcquistion East Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcquistion East Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 672 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02532 |
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
RAY McQUISTION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcquistion East Dam?
Mcquistion East 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 Mcquistion East Dam?
Mcquistion East Dam is owned by RAY McQUISTION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcquistion East Dam built?
Mcquistion East Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Mcquistion East Dam?
Mcquistion East 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 Mcquistion East Dam?
Mcquistion East Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Mcquistion East Dam last inspected?
Mcquistion East Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.