Christensen Dam
Key Takeaway
Christensen Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 306 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03439 |
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
Norman Christensen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Christensen Dam?
Christensen 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 Christensen Dam?
Christensen Dam is owned by Norman Christensen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christensen Dam built?
Christensen Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Christensen Dam?
Christensen Dam has a dam height of 30 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.