Arterburn/Kenealy Dam
Key Takeaway
Arterburn/Kenealy Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 77.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 617 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00949 |
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
J Arterburn & J Kenealy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arterburn/Kenealy Dam?
Arterburn/Kenealy 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 Arterburn/Kenealy Dam?
Arterburn/Kenealy Dam is owned by J Arterburn & J Kenealy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arterburn/Kenealy Dam built?
Arterburn/Kenealy Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Arterburn/Kenealy Dam?
Arterburn/Kenealy Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arterburn/Kenealy Dam?
Arterburn/Kenealy Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Arterburn/Kenealy Dam last inspected?
Arterburn/Kenealy Dam was last inspected on November 10, 1964. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.