Tom Mason
Key Takeaway
Tom Mason is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 24.1% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02050 |
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 MASON
Private
Nearby Dams
Roy Mcginnis
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 33 ftHoward Capp
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 16 ftE. Hoffman No. 4
Meade, SD
Low Hazard 22 ftE. Hoffman No. 5
Meade, SD
Low Hazard 19 ftHoward Capp
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 16 ftJ. Tischler
Perkins, SD
Low Hazard 13 ftE. Hoffman No. 7
Meade, SD
Low Hazard 14 ftE. Hoffman No. 6
Meade, SD
Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tom Mason?
Tom Mason 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 Mason?
Tom Mason is owned by TOM MASON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tom Mason built?
Tom Mason was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Mason?
Tom Mason 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 Mason?
Tom Mason has a dam height of 18 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.