Andrian-Wright-Idnr
Key Takeaway
Andrian-Wright-Idnr is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 86 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04070 |
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
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Andrian-Wright-Idnr?
Andrian-Wright-Idnr 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 Andrian-Wright-Idnr?
Andrian-Wright-Idnr is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Andrian-Wright-Idnr built?
Andrian-Wright-Idnr 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.
What is the primary purpose of Andrian-Wright-Idnr?
Andrian-Wright-Idnr serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Andrian-Wright-Idnr?
Andrian-Wright-Idnr has a dam height of 23 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.