Wesley Beaman
Key Takeaway
Wesley Beaman is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 45.6% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | SD01077 |
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
WESLEY BEAMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wesley Beaman?
Wesley Beaman 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 Wesley Beaman?
Wesley Beaman is owned by WESLEY BEAMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wesley Beaman built?
Wesley Beaman was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Wesley Beaman?
Wesley Beaman 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 Wesley Beaman?
Wesley Beaman has a dam height of 22 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.