Vobedja
Key Takeaway
Vobedja is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 77.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 4,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | SD00036 |
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
GF&P
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Vobedja?
Vobedja 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 Vobedja?
Vobedja is owned by GF&P (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vobedja built?
Vobedja 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 Vobedja?
Vobedja serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vobedja?
Vobedja has a dam height of 28 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.
When was Vobedja last inspected?
Vobedja was last inspected on November 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.