Alfred Dam
Key Takeaway
Alfred Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 404 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03878 |
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
Ron Alfred
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alfred Dam?
Alfred Dam 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 Alfred Dam?
Alfred Dam is owned by Ron Alfred (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alfred Dam built?
Alfred Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Alfred Dam?
Alfred Dam has a dam height of 34 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.