Iowa Noname48
Key Takeaway
Iowa Noname48 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 937 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01007 |
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
Shelby County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname48?
Iowa Noname48 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 Noname48?
Iowa Noname48 is owned by Shelby County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Noname48 built?
Iowa Noname48 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Noname48?
Iowa Noname48 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 Iowa Noname48?
Iowa Noname48 has a dam height of 40 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 Noname48 last inspected?
Iowa Noname48 was last inspected on February 13, 1968. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.