School Land

TR MOREAU· Dewey, South Dakota· Built 1938· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

School Land is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 11.1% in SD)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Max Discharge1,080 cfs
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDSD01688

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 16, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of School Land?

School Land 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?

School Land is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was School Land built?

School Land was completed in 1938, making it 88 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?

School Land 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?

School Land has a dam height of 15 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 last inspected?

School Land was last inspected on May 16, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.