Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1
Key Takeaway
Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 90.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 553 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00668 |
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
KATHLEEN SMEENK
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1?
Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 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 Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1?
Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 is owned by KATHLEEN SMEENK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 built?
Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1?
Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1?
Stanley Smeenk Dam No.1 has a dam height of 32 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.