Burkhart Dam
Key Takeaway
Burkhart Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 87.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04192 |
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
Glen Burkhart
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burkhart Dam?
Burkhart 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 Burkhart Dam?
Burkhart Dam is owned by Glen Burkhart (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burkhart Dam built?
Burkhart Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Burkhart Dam?
Burkhart Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burkhart Dam?
Burkhart Dam has a dam height of 42 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.