Jefferson Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Jefferson Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03034 |
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
Jefferson County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jefferson Park Dam?
Jefferson Park 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 Jefferson Park Dam?
Jefferson Park Dam is owned by Jefferson County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jefferson Park Dam built?
Jefferson Park Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Jefferson Park Dam?
Jefferson Park Dam 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 Jefferson Park Dam?
Jefferson Park Dam has a dam height of 28 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.