Paulsen
Key Takeaway
Paulsen is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02561 |
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
BIA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paulsen?
Paulsen 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 Paulsen?
Paulsen is owned by BIA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paulsen built?
Paulsen was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Paulsen?
Paulsen serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Paulsen?
Paulsen has a dam height of 19 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.