Hacklebarney Woods Dam
Key Takeaway
Hacklebarney Woods Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 90.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01961 |
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
Montgomery County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hacklebarney Woods Dam?
Hacklebarney Woods 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 Hacklebarney Woods Dam?
Hacklebarney Woods Dam is owned by Montgomery County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hacklebarney Woods Dam built?
Hacklebarney Woods Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hacklebarney Woods Dam?
Hacklebarney Woods 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 Hacklebarney Woods Dam?
Hacklebarney Woods 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.
When was Hacklebarney Woods Dam last inspected?
Hacklebarney Woods Dam was last inspected on July 24, 1961. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.