Vern Anders
Key Takeaway
Vern Anders is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 85.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01735 |
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
JOHN E. JOHNSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vern Anders?
Vern Anders 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 Vern Anders?
Vern Anders is owned by JOHN E. JOHNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vern Anders built?
Vern Anders was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Vern Anders?
Vern Anders 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 Vern Anders?
Vern Anders 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.