Medenwald Wpa
Key Takeaway
Medenwald Wpa is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02345 |
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
USF&WS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Medenwald Wpa?
Medenwald Wpa 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 Medenwald Wpa?
Medenwald Wpa is owned by USF&WS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Medenwald Wpa built?
Medenwald Wpa was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Medenwald Wpa?
Medenwald Wpa 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 Medenwald Wpa?
Medenwald Wpa has a dam height of 13 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.