Fleming Ii Dam
Key Takeaway
Fleming Ii Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2021 and is 5 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2021 (5 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04356 |
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
James W Fleming
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fleming Ii Dam?
Fleming Ii 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 Fleming Ii Dam?
Fleming Ii Dam is owned by James W Fleming (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fleming Ii Dam built?
Fleming Ii Dam was completed in 2021, making it 5 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 Fleming Ii Dam?
Fleming Ii Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fleming Ii Dam?
Fleming Ii Dam has a dam height of 28 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.