Raymond Meyer
Key Takeaway
Raymond Meyer is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02033 |
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
RAYMOND MEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raymond Meyer?
Raymond Meyer 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 Raymond Meyer?
Raymond Meyer is owned by RAYMOND MEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raymond Meyer built?
Raymond Meyer was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Raymond Meyer?
Raymond Meyer 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 Raymond Meyer?
Raymond Meyer has a dam height of 14 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.