Novatny Brothers No.1
Key Takeaway
Novatny Brothers No.1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 97.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 643 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 575 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,536 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02193 |
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
VIRGIL NOVATNY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Novatny Brothers No.1?
Novatny Brothers No.1 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 Novatny Brothers No.1?
Novatny Brothers No.1 is owned by VIRGIL NOVATNY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Novatny Brothers No.1 built?
Novatny Brothers No.1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Novatny Brothers No.1?
Novatny Brothers No.1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Novatny Brothers No.1?
Novatny Brothers No.1 has a dam height of 42 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.