De Bruin Dam
Key Takeaway
De Bruin Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 484 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00539 |
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
Ronald DeBruin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of De Bruin Dam?
De Bruin 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 De Bruin Dam?
De Bruin Dam is owned by Ronald DeBruin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was De Bruin Dam built?
De Bruin Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 De Bruin Dam?
De Bruin Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is De Bruin Dam?
De Bruin Dam has a dam height of 32 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 De Bruin Dam last inspected?
De Bruin Dam was last inspected on October 19, 1967. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.