Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam
Key Takeaway
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 684 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 798 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 703 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9,879 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01276 |
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
City of Des Moines
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam?
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam 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 Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam?
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam is owned by City of Des Moines (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam built?
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam?
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam 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 Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam?
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam has a dam height of 7 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 Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam last inspected?
Des Moines-Scott Street Milldam was last inspected on October 18, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.