Jasper County Dam 26-80-17
Key Takeaway
Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 411 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03211 |
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
Jasper County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jasper County Dam 26-80-17?
Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 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 Jasper County Dam 26-80-17?
Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 is owned by Jasper County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 built?
Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 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 Jasper County Dam 26-80-17?
Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jasper County Dam 26-80-17?
Jasper County Dam 26-80-17 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.