Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 587 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04170 |
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
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam?
Lake Icaria Sediment Detention 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 Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam?
Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam built?
Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam?
Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam?
Lake Icaria Sediment Detention Dam has a dam height of 12 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.