Holden Dam
Key Takeaway
Holden Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 94.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 562 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 412 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03310 |
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
Holden Seeds
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holden Dam?
Holden 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 Holden Dam?
Holden Dam is owned by Holden Seeds (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holden Dam built?
Holden Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Holden Dam?
Holden 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 Holden Dam?
Holden Dam has a dam height of 48 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.