Rose Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Rose Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 29.5% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02431 |
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
ROSE RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rose Ranch Dam?
Rose Ranch 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 Rose Ranch Dam?
Rose Ranch Dam is owned by ROSE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rose Ranch Dam built?
Rose Ranch Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Rose Ranch Dam?
Rose Ranch Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rose Ranch Dam?
Rose Ranch Dam 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.
When was Rose Ranch Dam last inspected?
Rose Ranch Dam was last inspected on September 9, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.