Griener Dam
Key Takeaway
Griener Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 82.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01590 |
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
Leo Greiner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Griener Dam?
Griener 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 Griener Dam?
Griener Dam is owned by Leo Greiner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Griener Dam built?
Griener Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Griener Dam?
Griener Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Griener Dam?
Griener Dam has a dam height of 39 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.