Iowa Noname97
Key Takeaway
Iowa Noname97 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02653 |
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
Johnson County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname97?
Iowa Noname97 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 Noname97?
Iowa Noname97 is owned by Johnson County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Noname97 built?
Iowa Noname97 was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Noname97?
Iowa Noname97 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Iowa Noname97?
Iowa Noname97 has a dam height of 31 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.