Bechert Dam - Lower Site
Key Takeaway
Bechert Dam - Lower Site is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 451 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 95 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03317 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Bechert Dam - Lower Site?
Bechert Dam - Lower Site 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 Bechert Dam - Lower Site?
Bechert Dam - Lower Site 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 Bechert Dam - Lower Site built?
Bechert Dam - Lower Site was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Bechert Dam - Lower Site?
Bechert Dam - Lower Site serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bechert Dam - Lower Site?
Bechert Dam - Lower Site has a dam height of 7 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.