Koop Dam
Key Takeaway
Koop Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 328 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02563 |
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
Meinard Koop
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Koop Dam?
Koop 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 Koop Dam?
Koop Dam is owned by Meinard Koop (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koop Dam built?
Koop Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Koop Dam?
Koop 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 Koop Dam?
Koop Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Koop Dam last inspected?
Koop Dam was last inspected on October 24, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.