Turgeon Dam
Key Takeaway
Turgeon Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 65.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00204 |
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
SERAPHINE TURGEON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turgeon Dam?
Turgeon Dam 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 Turgeon Dam?
Turgeon Dam is owned by SERAPHINE TURGEON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turgeon Dam built?
Turgeon Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Turgeon Dam?
Turgeon 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 Turgeon Dam?
Turgeon Dam has a dam height of 26 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.