Strawberry
Key Takeaway
Strawberry is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 292 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02649 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Strawberry?
Strawberry is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Strawberry?
Strawberry is owned by information not available (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strawberry built?
Strawberry was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Strawberry?
Strawberry serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Strawberry?
Strawberry has a dam height of 13 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 Strawberry last inspected?
Strawberry was last inspected on September 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.