Schillingstad-Scholzen
Key Takeaway
Schillingstad-Scholzen is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 97.9% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 600,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00753 |
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
T.SCHOLZEN-G.SCHILLINGSTAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schillingstad-Scholzen?
Schillingstad-Scholzen 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 Schillingstad-Scholzen?
Schillingstad-Scholzen is owned by T.SCHOLZEN-G.SCHILLINGSTAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schillingstad-Scholzen built?
Schillingstad-Scholzen was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Schillingstad-Scholzen?
Schillingstad-Scholzen 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 Schillingstad-Scholzen?
Schillingstad-Scholzen has a dam height of 45 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.