Iowa Noname22
Key Takeaway
Iowa Noname22 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 93.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 411 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 488 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00516 |
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 County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname22?
Iowa Noname22 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 Noname22?
Iowa Noname22 is owned by Iowa County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Noname22 built?
Iowa Noname22 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Noname22?
Iowa Noname22 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 Noname22?
Iowa Noname22 has a dam height of 47 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 Noname22 last inspected?
Iowa Noname22 was last inspected on December 12, 1960. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.