Cunningham Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Cunningham Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02473 |
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
Cunningham Ranch Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cunningham Ranch Dam?
Cunningham Ranch 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 Cunningham Ranch Dam?
Cunningham Ranch Dam is owned by Cunningham Ranch Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cunningham Ranch Dam built?
Cunningham Ranch Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Cunningham Ranch Dam?
Cunningham Ranch 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 Cunningham Ranch Dam?
Cunningham Ranch Dam has a dam height of 38 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.