Sandoz Dam
Key Takeaway
Sandoz Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 625 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | SD02477 |
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
REX ABBOTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sandoz Dam?
Sandoz 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 Sandoz Dam?
Sandoz Dam is owned by REX ABBOTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sandoz Dam built?
Sandoz Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Sandoz Dam?
Sandoz Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Sandoz Dam?
Sandoz Dam has a dam height of 21 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.