Sterns #1
Key Takeaway
Sterns #1 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 53.3% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01442 |
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
ROGER STERNS
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sterns #1?
Sterns #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 Sterns #1?
Sterns #1 is owned by ROGER STERNS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sterns #1 built?
Sterns #1 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Sterns #1?
Sterns #1 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 Sterns #1?
Sterns #1 has a dam height of 24 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.