Jett Subwatershed Site M-6
Key Takeaway
Jett Subwatershed Site M-6 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 279 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03914 |
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
Woodbury County SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jett Subwatershed Site M-6?
Jett Subwatershed Site M-6 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 Jett Subwatershed Site M-6?
Jett Subwatershed Site M-6 is owned by Woodbury County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jett Subwatershed Site M-6 built?
Jett Subwatershed Site M-6 was completed in 2003, making it 23 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Jett Subwatershed Site M-6?
Jett Subwatershed Site M-6 has a dam height of 32 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.