James King Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
James King Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 2.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 131 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03224 |
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 Natural Heritage Foundation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James King Wetland Dam?
James King Wetland 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 James King Wetland Dam?
James King Wetland Dam is owned by Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James King Wetland Dam built?
James King Wetland Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 James King Wetland Dam?
James King Wetland Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is James King Wetland Dam?
James King Wetland Dam has a dam height of 11 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.