Baudler Dam
Key Takeaway
Baudler Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 413 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03555 |
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
Bart Baudler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baudler Dam?
Baudler 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 Baudler Dam?
Baudler Dam is owned by Bart Baudler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baudler Dam built?
Baudler Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Baudler Dam?
Baudler Dam has a dam height of 29 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.