Fehseke Dam
Key Takeaway
Fehseke Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 90.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03214 |
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
Richard L Fehseke Jr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fehseke Dam?
Fehseke 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 Fehseke Dam?
Fehseke Dam is owned by Richard L Fehseke Jr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fehseke Dam built?
Fehseke 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 Fehseke Dam?
Fehseke 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 Fehseke Dam?
Fehseke Dam has a dam height of 44 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.