Schillingstad-Scholzen is a privately owned dam located in Walworth, South Dakota, with a low hazard potential.
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Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at 45 feet tall and spans 500 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 600,000 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated", indicating that its structural integrity and safety are yet to be formally assessed.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Schillingstad-Scholzen is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspections, and enforcement. It is situated along the TR MISSONot RatedI river or stream, under the jurisdiction of the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam's primary purpose and associated structures remain unspecified, and there is no information available regarding its emergency action plan, risk assessment, or risk management measures. With its location in a relatively remote area and limited associated structures, Schillingstad-Scholzen presents a tranquil yet crucial piece of water resource infrastructure in South Dakota for climate and water resource enthusiasts to explore and monitor.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TR MISSONot RatedI |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
45 |
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