Hutchings Dam
Key Takeaway
Hutchings Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03020 |
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
Joan Hutchings
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hutchings Dam?
Hutchings 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 Hutchings Dam?
Hutchings Dam is owned by Joan Hutchings (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hutchings Dam built?
Hutchings Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Hutchings Dam?
Hutchings 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 Hutchings Dam?
Hutchings Dam has a dam height of 18 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.