Deer Ridge Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Ridge Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02223 |
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
Union County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Ridge Dam?
Deer Ridge 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 Deer Ridge Dam?
Deer Ridge Dam is owned by Union County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Ridge Dam built?
Deer Ridge Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Deer Ridge Dam?
Deer Ridge 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 Deer Ridge Dam?
Deer Ridge Dam has a dam height of 34 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.