Troy Lee Hunt
Key Takeaway
Troy Lee Hunt is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 5,408 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00732 |
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
JOE M. OLSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Troy Lee Hunt?
Troy Lee Hunt 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 Troy Lee Hunt?
Troy Lee Hunt is owned by JOE M. OLSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Troy Lee Hunt built?
Troy Lee Hunt was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Troy Lee Hunt?
Troy Lee Hunt 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 Troy Lee Hunt?
Troy Lee Hunt has a dam height of 21 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.