Sd Noname 176
Key Takeaway
Sd Noname 176 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01861 |
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
WAYNE FAIRCHILD
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sd Noname 176?
Sd Noname 176 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 Sd Noname 176?
Sd Noname 176 is owned by WAYNE FAIRCHILD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sd Noname 176 built?
Sd Noname 176 was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Sd Noname 176?
Sd Noname 176 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 Sd Noname 176?
Sd Noname 176 has a dam height of 20 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.