Hansen Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Hansen Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 423 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03432 |
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
Hansen Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hansen Farms Dam?
Hansen Farms 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 Hansen Farms Dam?
Hansen Farms Dam is owned by Hansen Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hansen Farms Dam built?
Hansen Farms Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Hansen Farms Dam?
Hansen Farms Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Hansen Farms Dam?
Hansen Farms Dam has a dam height of 30 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.