Diericky Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Diericky Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02521 |
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
Muscatine County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Diericky Pond Dam?
Diericky Pond 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 Diericky Pond Dam?
Diericky Pond Dam is owned by Muscatine County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diericky Pond Dam built?
Diericky Pond Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Diericky Pond Dam?
Diericky Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Diericky Pond Dam?
Diericky Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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.