Central Holding Co. Dam
Key Takeaway
Central Holding Co. Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01864 |
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
Central Holding Co
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Central Holding Co. Dam?
Central Holding Co. 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 Central Holding Co. Dam?
Central Holding Co. Dam is owned by Central Holding Co (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Central Holding Co. Dam built?
Central Holding Co. Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Central Holding Co. Dam?
Central Holding Co. Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Central Holding Co. Dam?
Central Holding Co. Dam has a dam height of 38 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.