Samuel Berger Memorial Dam
Key Takeaway
Samuel Berger Memorial Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 111 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 368 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02384 |
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
BONNIE BUHL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Samuel Berger Memorial Dam?
Samuel Berger Memorial 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 Samuel Berger Memorial Dam?
Samuel Berger Memorial Dam is owned by BONNIE BUHL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Samuel Berger Memorial Dam built?
Samuel Berger Memorial Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Samuel Berger Memorial Dam?
Samuel Berger Memorial Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Samuel Berger Memorial Dam?
Samuel Berger Memorial Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Samuel Berger Memorial Dam last inspected?
Samuel Berger Memorial Dam was last inspected on August 25, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.