Clarinda Mhi Dam
Key Takeaway
Clarinda Mhi Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00848 |
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
Mental Health Institute
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clarinda Mhi Dam?
Clarinda Mhi 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 Clarinda Mhi Dam?
Clarinda Mhi Dam is owned by Mental Health Institute (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarinda Mhi Dam built?
Clarinda Mhi Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Clarinda Mhi Dam?
Clarinda Mhi Dam 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 Clarinda Mhi Dam?
Clarinda Mhi Dam has a dam height of 34 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.