Robert Bubbers
Key Takeaway
Robert Bubbers is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 93.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00739 |
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
RAILROAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Bubbers?
Robert Bubbers 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 Robert Bubbers?
Robert Bubbers is owned by RAILROAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Bubbers built?
Robert Bubbers was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Robert Bubbers?
Robert Bubbers serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robert Bubbers?
Robert Bubbers has a dam height of 34 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.