Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03708 |
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
Keokuk County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam?
Belva Deer Park Wetland 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 Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam?
Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam is owned by Keokuk County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam built?
Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam?
Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam 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 Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam?
Belva Deer Park Wetland Dam has a dam height of 30 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.