John Hackbarth
Key Takeaway
John Hackbarth is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 244 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03665 |
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
John Hackbarth
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Hackbarth?
John Hackbarth 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 John Hackbarth?
John Hackbarth is owned by John Hackbarth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Hackbarth built?
John Hackbarth was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 John Hackbarth?
John Hackbarth 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 John Hackbarth?
John Hackbarth has a dam height of 31 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.