Joshua Rardin Dam
Key Takeaway
Joshua Rardin Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 462 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 96 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04306 |
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
Joshua Rardin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joshua Rardin Dam?
Joshua Rardin 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 Joshua Rardin Dam?
Joshua Rardin Dam is owned by Joshua Rardin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joshua Rardin Dam built?
Joshua Rardin Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Joshua Rardin Dam?
Joshua Rardin Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Joshua Rardin Dam?
Joshua Rardin Dam has a dam height of 22 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.