Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam
Key Takeaway
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 157 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02329 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Clinton;City of Clinton Public Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam?
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam?
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam is owned by City of Clinton;City of Clinton Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam built?
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam?
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam?
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam has a dam height of 16 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.
When was Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam last inspected?
Clinton Flood Control - First Congregational Church Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.