Badger Creek Lake Site 2
Key Takeaway
Badger Creek Lake Site 2 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04308 |
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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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Badger Creek Lake Site 2?
Badger Creek Lake Site 2 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 Badger Creek Lake Site 2?
Badger Creek Lake Site 2 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 Badger Creek Lake Site 2 built?
Badger Creek Lake Site 2 was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Badger Creek Lake Site 2?
Badger Creek Lake Site 2 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Badger Creek Lake Site 2?
Badger Creek Lake Site 2 has a dam height of 26 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.