Hull Reclamation Site 10
Key Takeaway
Hull Reclamation Site 10 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 87.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 399 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02485 |
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
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hull Reclamation Site 10?
Hull Reclamation Site 10 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 Hull Reclamation Site 10?
Hull Reclamation Site 10 is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hull Reclamation Site 10 built?
Hull Reclamation Site 10 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Hull Reclamation Site 10?
Hull Reclamation Site 10 serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Hull Reclamation Site 10?
Hull Reclamation Site 10 has a dam height of 42 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.