Tom Gabbert
Key Takeaway
Tom Gabbert is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01818 |
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
TOM GABBERT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tom Gabbert?
Tom Gabbert 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 Tom Gabbert?
Tom Gabbert is owned by TOM GABBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tom Gabbert built?
Tom Gabbert was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Tom Gabbert?
Tom Gabbert 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 Tom Gabbert?
Tom Gabbert 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.