Faris Dam
Key Takeaway
Faris Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01916 |
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
Lee Faris
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faris Dam?
Faris 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 Faris Dam?
Faris Dam is owned by Lee Faris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faris Dam built?
Faris Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Faris Dam?
Faris Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Faris Dam?
Faris Dam has a dam height of 24 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.