Davis Timber Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Davis Timber Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02096 |
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
Carroll County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Timber Park Dam?
Davis Timber Park 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 Davis Timber Park Dam?
Davis Timber Park Dam is owned by Carroll County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Timber Park Dam built?
Davis Timber Park Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Davis Timber Park Dam?
Davis Timber Park Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Timber Park Dam?
Davis Timber Park Dam has a dam height of 24 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.