Kirk Joy Dam
Key Takeaway
Kirk Joy Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02400 |
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
Maxine Kirk Joy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kirk Joy Dam?
Kirk Joy 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 Kirk Joy Dam?
Kirk Joy Dam is owned by Maxine Kirk Joy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kirk Joy Dam built?
Kirk Joy Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Kirk Joy Dam?
Kirk Joy 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 Kirk Joy Dam?
Kirk Joy Dam has a dam height of 25 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.