Newell
Key Takeaway
Newell is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 158 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,377 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | SD00011 |
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
GF&P
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Newell?
Newell 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 Newell?
Newell is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newell built?
Newell was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Newell?
Newell serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newell?
Newell 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 Newell last inspected?
Newell was last inspected on September 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.