Tift Dam
Key Takeaway
Tift Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 90.4% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02310 |
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
KEN TIFT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tift Dam?
Tift Dam 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 Tift Dam?
Tift Dam is owned by KEN TIFT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tift Dam built?
Tift Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Tift Dam?
Tift Dam 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 Tift Dam?
Tift Dam 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.