Fitzmorris Dam
Key Takeaway
Fitzmorris Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02138 |
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
Charles Fitzmorris
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fitzmorris Dam?
Fitzmorris 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 Fitzmorris Dam?
Fitzmorris Dam is owned by Charles Fitzmorris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fitzmorris Dam built?
Fitzmorris Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Fitzmorris Dam?
Fitzmorris Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fitzmorris Dam?
Fitzmorris Dam has a dam height of 34 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.