Christensen Stockwater, located in Buffalo, South Dakota, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1951 with a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet.
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Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of providing stockwater for the area. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", the dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam, situated on the TR-MISSONot RatedI river or stream, has a maximum discharge capacity of 350 cubic feet per second and a normal storage level of 58 acre-feet. Despite its age, Christensen Stockwater has not undergone any significant modifications or renovations in recent years. With a lack of detailed risk assessment and emergency action plans, there is room for improvement in terms of emergency preparedness and management of potential risks associated with the dam. Overall, this structure plays a crucial role in providing water resources for livestock in the region and highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MISSONot RatedI |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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|
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