Scott Creek Watershed No. 11
Key Takeaway
Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 82.6% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02270 |
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
SCOTT CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scott Creek Watershed No. 11?
Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 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 Scott Creek Watershed No. 11?
Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 is owned by SCOTT CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 built?
Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Scott Creek Watershed No. 11?
Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scott Creek Watershed No. 11?
Scott Creek Watershed No. 11 has a dam height of 29 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.