Roy Mcginnis
Key Takeaway
Roy Mcginnis is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 92.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 237 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01756 |
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
ROY MCGINNIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roy Mcginnis?
Roy Mcginnis 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 Roy Mcginnis?
Roy Mcginnis is owned by ROY MCGINNIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roy Mcginnis built?
Roy Mcginnis was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Roy Mcginnis?
Roy Mcginnis 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 Roy Mcginnis?
Roy Mcginnis has a dam height of 33 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.