Hayes Cattle Company Dam
Key Takeaway
Hayes Cattle Company Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 427 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 93 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04304 |
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
Hayes Cattle Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hayes Cattle Company Dam?
Hayes Cattle Company 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 Hayes Cattle Company Dam?
Hayes Cattle Company Dam is owned by Hayes Cattle Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hayes Cattle Company Dam built?
Hayes Cattle Company Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Hayes Cattle Company Dam?
Hayes Cattle Company Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hayes Cattle Company Dam?
Hayes Cattle Company Dam has a dam height of 29 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.