Breckenbridge Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Breckenbridge Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02147 |
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
Breckenbridge Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Breckenbridge Farms Dam?
Breckenbridge Farms 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 Breckenbridge Farms Dam?
Breckenbridge Farms Dam is owned by Breckenbridge Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Breckenbridge Farms Dam built?
Breckenbridge Farms Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Breckenbridge Farms Dam?
Breckenbridge Farms 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 Breckenbridge Farms Dam?
Breckenbridge Farms Dam has a dam height of 23 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.