Norman Dam
Key Takeaway
Norman Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 538 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 654 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02607 |
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
MITCH NORMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norman Dam?
Norman 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 Norman Dam?
Norman Dam is owned by MITCH NORMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norman Dam built?
Norman Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Norman Dam?
Norman 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 Norman Dam?
Norman Dam has a dam height of 16 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.