Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148
Key Takeaway
Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 378 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01548 |
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
Casey Mill & Elevator
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148?
Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 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 Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148?
Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 is owned by Casey Mill & Elevator (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 built?
Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148?
Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 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 Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148?
Casey Mill and Elevator Ia-57-148 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.