Hardebeck Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardebeck Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03811 |
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
Ted Hardebeck
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hardebeck Dam?
Hardebeck 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 Hardebeck Dam?
Hardebeck Dam is owned by Ted Hardebeck (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardebeck Dam built?
Hardebeck Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Hardebeck Dam?
Hardebeck 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 Hardebeck Dam?
Hardebeck Dam has a dam height of 25 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.