Snook
Key Takeaway
Snook is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01908 |
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
CARL SNOOK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snook?
Snook 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 Snook?
Snook is owned by CARL SNOOK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snook built?
Snook was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Snook?
Snook 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 Snook?
Snook has a dam height of 28 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.