Appanoose County Roadgrade
Key Takeaway
Appanoose County Roadgrade is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02420 |
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
Appanoose County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Appanoose County Roadgrade?
Appanoose County Roadgrade 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 Appanoose County Roadgrade?
Appanoose County Roadgrade is owned by Appanoose County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Appanoose County Roadgrade built?
Appanoose County Roadgrade was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Appanoose County Roadgrade?
Appanoose County Roadgrade serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Appanoose County Roadgrade?
Appanoose County Roadgrade has a dam height of 24 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.