Onida Feeders Dam
Key Takeaway
Onida Feeders Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02358 |
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
ONIDA FEEDERS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Onida Feeders Dam?
Onida Feeders 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 Onida Feeders Dam?
Onida Feeders Dam is owned by ONIDA FEEDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Onida Feeders Dam built?
Onida Feeders Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Onida Feeders Dam?
Onida Feeders Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Onida Feeders Dam?
Onida Feeders Dam 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.