Israel Dam
Key Takeaway
Israel Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 267 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02211 |
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
Carl Israel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Israel Dam?
Israel 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 Israel Dam?
Israel Dam is owned by Carl Israel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Israel Dam built?
Israel Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Israel Dam?
Israel Dam 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 Israel Dam?
Israel Dam has a dam height of 29 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.