Brown Deer Golf Course Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 92.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 298 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | IA01330 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Coralville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam is owned by City of Coralville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Deer Golf Course Dam built?
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Brown Deer Golf Course Dam last inspected?
Brown Deer Golf Course Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.