Bateman Dam
Key Takeaway
Bateman Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 20 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01399 |
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
Jim Bateman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bateman Dam?
Bateman 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 Bateman Dam?
Bateman Dam is owned by Jim Bateman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bateman Dam built?
Bateman Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Bateman Dam?
Bateman 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 Bateman Dam?
Bateman Dam has a dam height of 32 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.