Albia Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Albia Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 632 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | IA01365 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Albia
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Albia Reservoir Dam?
Albia Reservoir Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albia Reservoir Dam?
Albia Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Albia (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albia Reservoir Dam built?
Albia Reservoir Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Albia Reservoir Dam?
Albia Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Albia Reservoir Dam?
Albia Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 40 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.
When was Albia Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Albia Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.