Varilek Fishpond #1
Key Takeaway
Varilek Fishpond #1 is classified as significant hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 332 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 970 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00225 |
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
ELVERN VARILEK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Varilek Fishpond #1?
Varilek Fishpond #1 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 Varilek Fishpond #1?
Varilek Fishpond #1 is owned by ELVERN VARILEK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Varilek Fishpond #1 built?
Varilek Fishpond #1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Varilek Fishpond #1?
Varilek Fishpond #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Varilek Fishpond #1?
Varilek Fishpond #1 has a dam height of 30 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.