Remele Dam
Key Takeaway
Remele Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 49.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02594 |
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
JEANNE REMELE
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Remele Dam?
Remele 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 Remele Dam?
Remele Dam is owned by JEANNE REMELE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Remele Dam built?
Remele Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Remele Dam?
Remele Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Remele Dam?
Remele Dam has a dam height of 23 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.