Idot Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Idot Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 715 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03137 |
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 Transportation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Idot Wetland Dam?
Idot 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 Idot Wetland Dam?
Idot Wetland Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Transportation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Idot Wetland Dam built?
Idot Wetland 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 Idot Wetland Dam?
Idot Wetland Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Idot Wetland Dam?
Idot Wetland Dam has a dam height of 8 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.