Schaur Dam
Key Takeaway
Schaur Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00602 |
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
SCHAUR BROS.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schaur Dam?
Schaur 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 Schaur Dam?
Schaur Dam is owned by SCHAUR BROS. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schaur Dam built?
Schaur Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Schaur Dam?
Schaur Dam 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 Schaur Dam?
Schaur Dam has a dam height of 20 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.