Jones Brothers Dam
Key Takeaway
Jones Brothers Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00552 |
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
Jones Brothers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jones Brothers Dam?
Jones Brothers 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 Jones Brothers Dam?
Jones Brothers Dam is owned by Jones Brothers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jones Brothers Dam built?
Jones Brothers Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Jones Brothers Dam?
Jones Brothers Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jones Brothers Dam?
Jones Brothers Dam has a dam height of 24 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.
When was Jones Brothers Dam last inspected?
Jones Brothers Dam was last inspected on February 16, 1968. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.