The classification of dams by size is as follows: The size classification is determined by either the maximum storage capacity or the height, whichever gives the larger size category.

1. (feet) Small

   50 to 1000

   25 to 40

   Intermediate

   1001 to 50,000

   41 to 100

   Large

   greater than 50,000

   greater than 100

SIZE

STORAGE CAPACITY

HEIGHT

(acre-feet)

Source: 13 SDR 49, effective October 27, 1986; 13 SDR 129, 13 SDR 141, effective July 1, 1987; 13 SDR 197, effective July 2, 1987.

General Authority: SDCL 46-2-5 , 46-7-3.

Law Implemented: SDCL 46-5-8 , 46-5-30 , 46-7-3 , 46-7-5.