Elmore Dam
Key Takeaway
Elmore Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03986 |
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
Ed Elmore
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elmore Dam?
Elmore 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 Elmore Dam?
Elmore Dam is owned by Ed Elmore (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elmore Dam built?
Elmore Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Elmore Dam?
Elmore Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Elmore Dam?
Elmore 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.