Deere & Co. Dam
Key Takeaway
Deere & Co. Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 4.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02209 |
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
John Deere & Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deere & Co. Dam?
Deere & Co. 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 Deere & Co. Dam?
Deere & Co. Dam is owned by John Deere & Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deere & Co. Dam built?
Deere & Co. 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 Deere & Co. Dam?
Deere & Co. Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deere & Co. Dam?
Deere & Co. Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Deere & Co. Dam last inspected?
Deere & Co. Dam was last inspected on April 15, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.