Morris Hamilton
Key Takeaway
Morris Hamilton is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01824 |
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
MORRIS HAMILTON
Private
Nearby Dams
Alex Krischen
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 20 ftAlex Krischen
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 18 ftRichard Woll
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 19 ftChapman Dam
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 20 ftErnest Kolb
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 18 ftKolb Dam
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 17 ftErnest Kolb
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 15 ftHarold Hedstron
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Morris Hamilton?
Morris Hamilton 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 Morris Hamilton?
Morris Hamilton is owned by MORRIS HAMILTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morris Hamilton built?
Morris Hamilton was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Morris Hamilton?
Morris Hamilton serves the following purposes: 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 Morris Hamilton?
Morris Hamilton has a dam height of 30 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.