Iowa Noname79
Key Takeaway
Iowa Noname79 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 6.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01662 |
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
Midwestern Pork Co
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname79?
Iowa Noname79 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 Noname79?
Iowa Noname79 is owned by Midwestern Pork Co (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Noname79 built?
Iowa Noname79 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Noname79?
Iowa Noname79 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Iowa Noname79?
Iowa Noname79 has a dam height of 19 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.