East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29
Key Takeaway
East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 595 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04023 |
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
Ringgold County SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29?
East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29 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 East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29?
East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29 is owned by Ringgold County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29 built?
East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29 was completed in 2006, making it 20 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29?
East Fork Grand River Watershed Site B-29 has a dam height of 29 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.