Adel Milldam
Key Takeaway
Adel Milldam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 4.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 252 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,281 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01267 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Adel
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Adel Milldam?
Adel Milldam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adel Milldam?
Adel Milldam is owned by City of Adel (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adel Milldam built?
Adel Milldam was completed in 1927, making it 99 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Adel Milldam?
Adel Milldam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adel Milldam?
Adel Milldam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.