Equity Built Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Equity Built Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03923 |
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
Bill Sherle & Bill Nye
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Equity Built Farms Dam?
Equity Built 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 Equity Built Farms Dam?
Equity Built Farms Dam is owned by Bill Sherle & Bill Nye (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Equity Built Farms Dam built?
Equity Built Farms Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Equity Built Farms Dam?
Equity Built Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Equity Built Farms Dam?
Equity Built Farms Dam has a dam height of 26 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.