Brink Dam
Key Takeaway
Brink Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 551 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04041 |
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
Paul Brink
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brink Dam?
Brink 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 Brink Dam?
Brink Dam is owned by Paul Brink (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brink Dam built?
Brink Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Brink Dam?
Brink Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brink Dam?
Brink Dam has a dam height of 27 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.
When was Brink Dam last inspected?
Brink Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.