Hobbs Dam
Key Takeaway
Hobbs Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 2,827 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04097 |
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
Skylor Hobbs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hobbs Dam?
Hobbs 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 Hobbs Dam?
Hobbs Dam is owned by Skylor Hobbs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hobbs Dam built?
Hobbs Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Hobbs Dam?
Hobbs 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 Hobbs Dam?
Hobbs Dam has a dam height of 8 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.