Dittmer Dam
Key Takeaway
Dittmer Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 742 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01113 |
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
Robert Dittmer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dittmer Dam?
Dittmer 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 Dittmer Dam?
Dittmer Dam is owned by Robert Dittmer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dittmer Dam built?
Dittmer Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Dittmer Dam?
Dittmer Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Dittmer Dam?
Dittmer 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.