Double Time Farms Dam

TR- THREE MILE CREEK· Union, Iowa· Built 1992· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Double Time Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDIA02977

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Double Time Farms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Double Time Farms Dam?

Double Time Farms 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 Double Time Farms Dam?

Double Time Farms Dam is owned by Double Time Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Double Time Farms Dam built?

Double Time Farms Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Double Time Farms Dam?

Double Time Farms 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 Double Time Farms Dam?

Double Time Farms Dam has a dam height of 27 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.