Shadehill
Key Takeaway
Shadehill is classified as high hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 145 ft (taller than 99.8% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 12,843 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 468.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9,900 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,120 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01141 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shadehill?
Shadehill is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shadehill?
Shadehill is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shadehill built?
Shadehill 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 Shadehill?
Shadehill serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shadehill?
Shadehill has a dam height of 145 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 Shadehill last inspected?
Shadehill was last inspected on June 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.