Raish Dam
Key Takeaway
Raish Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 97.9% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00201 |
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
ART RAISH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raish Dam?
Raish 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 Raish Dam?
Raish Dam is owned by ART RAISH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raish Dam built?
Raish Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Raish Dam?
Raish Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Raish Dam?
Raish Dam has a dam height of 45 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.