Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03622 |
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
Darrell Hughes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam?
Hughes - Stine 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 Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam?
Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam is owned by Darrell Hughes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam built?
Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam?
Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam?
Hughes - Stine Wetland Dam has a dam height of 10 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.