Paul'S Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Paul'S Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 57.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 655 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 7,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01437 |
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
PAINTERS INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paul'S Irrigation Dam?
Paul'S Irrigation 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 Paul'S Irrigation Dam?
Paul'S Irrigation Dam is owned by PAINTERS INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paul'S Irrigation Dam built?
Paul'S Irrigation Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Paul'S Irrigation Dam?
Paul'S Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Paul'S Irrigation Dam?
Paul'S Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 25 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.