Hallbrook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hallbrook Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 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 | 17 ft (taller than 5.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04242 |
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 Urbandale
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hallbrook Pond Dam?
Hallbrook Pond Dam 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 Hallbrook Pond Dam?
Hallbrook Pond Dam is owned by City of Urbandale (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hallbrook Pond Dam built?
Hallbrook Pond Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Hallbrook Pond Dam?
Hallbrook Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hallbrook Pond Dam?
Hallbrook Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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.