Sd Noname 50
Key Takeaway
Sd Noname 50 is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 11.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 375 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00796 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BLAN ODOM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sd Noname 50?
Sd Noname 50 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sd Noname 50?
Sd Noname 50 is owned by BLAN ODOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sd Noname 50 built?
Sd Noname 50 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 Sd Noname 50?
Sd Noname 50 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 50?
Sd Noname 50 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.