Tubbs Moss Agate Dam
Key Takeaway
Tubbs Moss Agate Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 94.9% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01162 |
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
TUBBS RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tubbs Moss Agate Dam?
Tubbs Moss Agate 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 Tubbs Moss Agate Dam?
Tubbs Moss Agate Dam is owned by TUBBS RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tubbs Moss Agate Dam built?
Tubbs Moss Agate Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Tubbs Moss Agate Dam?
Tubbs Moss Agate Dam 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 Tubbs Moss Agate Dam?
Tubbs Moss Agate Dam has a dam height of 36 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.