Il & Ic Dam
Key Takeaway
Il & Ic Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 4,460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02617 |
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
Interstate Land & Investment Co Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Il & Ic Dam?
Il & Ic 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 Il & Ic Dam?
Il & Ic Dam is owned by Interstate Land & Investment Co Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Il & Ic Dam built?
Il & Ic Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Il & Ic Dam?
Il & Ic 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 Il & Ic Dam?
Il & Ic 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.