Henry Dam
Key Takeaway
Henry Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 378 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00225 |
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
Jackie Henry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henry Dam?
Henry 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 Henry Dam?
Henry Dam is owned by Jackie Henry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry Dam built?
Henry Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Henry Dam?
Henry 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 Henry Dam?
Henry Dam has a dam height of 34 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.
When was Henry Dam last inspected?
Henry Dam was last inspected on October 5, 1961. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.