Hull Reclamation Site 5
Key Takeaway
Hull Reclamation Site 5 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 | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02484 |
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 5?
Hull Reclamation Site 5 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 5?
Hull Reclamation Site 5 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 5 built?
Hull Reclamation Site 5 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 5?
Hull Reclamation Site 5 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 5?
Hull Reclamation Site 5 has a dam height of 26 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 Hull Reclamation Site 5 last inspected?
Hull Reclamation Site 5 was last inspected on March 4, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.