Kerns Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Kerns Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02623 |
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
Kerns Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kerns Farms Dam?
Kerns Farms 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 Kerns Farms Dam?
Kerns Farms Dam is owned by Kerns Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kerns Farms Dam built?
Kerns Farms Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Kerns Farms Dam?
Kerns Farms Dam 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 Kerns Farms Dam?
Kerns Farms 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.