Bradford/Miller Dam
Key Takeaway
Bradford/Miller Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 594 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00096 |
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
Bradford-Miller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bradford/Miller Dam?
Bradford/Miller 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 Bradford/Miller Dam?
Bradford/Miller Dam is owned by Bradford-Miller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bradford/Miller Dam built?
Bradford/Miller Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Bradford/Miller Dam?
Bradford/Miller 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 Bradford/Miller Dam?
Bradford/Miller 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.