Gates Park Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Gates Park Control Structure is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01971 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Waterloo
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gates Park Control Structure?
Gates Park Control Structure is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gates Park Control Structure?
Gates Park Control Structure is owned by City of Waterloo (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gates Park Control Structure built?
Gates Park Control Structure was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Gates Park Control Structure?
Gates Park Control Structure 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 Gates Park Control Structure?
Gates Park Control Structure has a dam height of 16 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.
When was Gates Park Control Structure last inspected?
Gates Park Control Structure was last inspected on July 21, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.