Centerville Waterworks Dam
Key Takeaway
Centerville Waterworks Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 467 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03291 |
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
Centerville Municipal Waterworks
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Centerville Waterworks Dam?
Centerville Waterworks 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 Centerville Waterworks Dam?
Centerville Waterworks Dam is owned by Centerville Municipal Waterworks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Centerville Waterworks Dam built?
Centerville Waterworks Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Centerville Waterworks Dam?
Centerville Waterworks Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Centerville Waterworks Dam?
Centerville Waterworks Dam has a dam height of 22 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.