White Rock Colony South Dam
Key Takeaway
White Rock Colony South Dam is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.7% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 185 cfs |
| NID ID | SD02637 |
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
White Rock Colony
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of White Rock Colony South Dam?
White Rock Colony South Dam 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 White Rock Colony South Dam?
White Rock Colony South Dam is owned by White Rock Colony (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of White Rock Colony South Dam?
White Rock Colony South Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is White Rock Colony South Dam?
White Rock Colony South Dam has a dam height of 16 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.