4Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Davison County, South Dakota
Davison County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Davison County is 53 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is Mitchell at 55 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell | High | Fair | 55 | Water Supply | 1928 |
| Calvin Andersen Dam | Low | Not assessed | 27 | Irrigation | 1968 |
| Wild Oak Golf Club Dam No. 1 | Low | Not assessed | 13 | Irrigation | 2002 |
| Dean Strand Dam | Low | Not assessed | 7 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1992 |