Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25
Key Takeaway
Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 89% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02639 |
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
Clarke County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25?
Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 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 Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25?
Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 is owned by Clarke County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 built?
Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25?
Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25?
Clarke Co. Roadgrade Dam 8-73-25 has a dam height of 43 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.