Amana Society Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Amana Society Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 7,430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 527 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02958 |
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
Amana Society
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Amana Society Wetland Dam?
Amana Society Wetland 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 Amana Society Wetland Dam?
Amana Society Wetland Dam is owned by Amana Society (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amana Society Wetland Dam built?
Amana Society Wetland Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Amana Society Wetland Dam?
Amana Society Wetland Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amana Society Wetland Dam?
Amana Society Wetland Dam has a dam height of 10 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.