Simons Bros.
Key Takeaway
Simons Bros. is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02068 |
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
WALLIE MOSER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Simons Bros.?
Simons Bros. 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 Simons Bros.?
Simons Bros. is owned by WALLIE MOSER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Simons Bros. built?
Simons Bros. was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Simons Bros.?
Simons Bros. 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 Simons Bros.?
Simons Bros. has a dam height of 17 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.