Cramer Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Cramer Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01754 |
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
Cramer Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cramer Farms Dam?
Cramer Farms 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 Cramer Farms Dam?
Cramer Farms Dam is owned by Cramer Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cramer Farms Dam built?
Cramer Farms Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Cramer Farms Dam?
Cramer Farms 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 Cramer Farms Dam?
Cramer Farms Dam has a dam height of 31 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.