Betty Beaman
Key Takeaway
Betty Beaman is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 498 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 78 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04212 |
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
Betty Beaman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Betty Beaman?
Betty Beaman 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 Betty Beaman?
Betty Beaman is owned by Betty Beaman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Betty Beaman built?
Betty Beaman was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Betty Beaman?
Betty Beaman serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Betty Beaman?
Betty Beaman 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.