Summary
Built in 1950, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans 300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1200 cubic feet per second. The dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Blair #1 has not been rated for its condition assessment, and no emergency action plan has been prepared or updated for the dam. With no designated emergency contacts or guidelines in place, there is a lack of risk assessment and management measures associated with this structure. While the dam is not under the ownership or funding of any federal agency, its location and specifications make it a notable structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in monitoring and assessing dams in the South Dakota region.
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Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHEYENNE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cheyenne R Near Plainview Sd
|
123cfs |
Elk Cr Near Elm Springs Sd
|
1cfs |
Belle Fourche River Near Elm Springs
|
17900cfs |
South Fork Bad R Near Cottonwood Sd
|
0cfs |
Cheyenne River Near Wasta
|
120cfs |
Moreau R Near Faith Sd
|
14cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Blair #1