Mcquistion West Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcquistion West 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 | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,025 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02531 |
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 West Dam?
Mcquistion West 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 West Dam?
Mcquistion West Dam is owned by RAY McQUISTION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcquistion West Dam built?
Mcquistion West 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 West Dam?
Mcquistion West 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 West Dam?
Mcquistion West 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 Mcquistion West Dam last inspected?
Mcquistion West Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.