Schultz-Ringer Wpa
Key Takeaway
Schultz-Ringer Wpa is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 530 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02372 |
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
GF&P
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Schultz-Ringer Wpa?
Schultz-Ringer Wpa 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 Schultz-Ringer Wpa?
Schultz-Ringer Wpa is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schultz-Ringer Wpa built?
Schultz-Ringer Wpa was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Schultz-Ringer Wpa?
Schultz-Ringer Wpa serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schultz-Ringer Wpa?
Schultz-Ringer Wpa has a dam height of 9 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 Schultz-Ringer Wpa last inspected?
Schultz-Ringer Wpa was last inspected on October 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.