School Land Dam
Key Takeaway
School Land Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 3,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00674 |
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
TOM DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of School Land Dam?
School Land 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 School Land Dam?
School Land Dam is owned by TOM DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was School Land Dam built?
School Land Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 School Land Dam?
School Land 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 School Land Dam?
School Land Dam has a dam height of 30 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 School Land Dam last inspected?
School Land Dam was last inspected on May 14, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.