Iowa Select Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Iowa Select Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 692 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 595 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03094 |
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 Select Farms LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Iowa Select Farms Dam?
Iowa Select Farms Dam 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 Select Farms Dam?
Iowa Select Farms Dam is owned by Iowa Select Farms LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Select Farms Dam built?
Iowa Select Farms Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Select Farms Dam?
Iowa Select Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Iowa Select Farms Dam?
Iowa Select Farms Dam 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.