Hardin County Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardin County Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 2.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02841 |
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
Hardin County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hardin County Wetland Dam?
Hardin County Wetland 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 Hardin County Wetland Dam?
Hardin County Wetland Dam is owned by Hardin County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardin County Wetland Dam built?
Hardin County Wetland Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Hardin County Wetland Dam?
Hardin County Wetland Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hardin County Wetland Dam?
Hardin County Wetland Dam has a dam height of 11 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.