Iowa Noname12
Key Takeaway
Iowa Noname12 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00356 |
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
Girl Scouts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname12?
Iowa Noname12 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 Iowa Noname12?
Iowa Noname12 is owned by Girl Scouts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Noname12 built?
Iowa Noname12 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Iowa Noname12?
Iowa Noname12 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 Iowa Noname12?
Iowa Noname12 has a dam height of 32 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 Iowa Noname12 last inspected?
Iowa Noname12 was last inspected on February 15, 1968. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.