William Baxter
Key Takeaway
William Baxter is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 20.2% in SD) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SD02117 |
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
WILLIAM BAXTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Baxter?
William Baxter 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 William Baxter?
William Baxter is owned by WILLIAM BAXTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Baxter built?
William Baxter was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 William Baxter?
William Baxter 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 William Baxter?
William Baxter has a dam height of 17 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.