Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool)
Key Takeaway
Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 2.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 4,145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 474 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03336 |
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 Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool)?
Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) 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 Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool)?
Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) 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 Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) built?
Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool)?
Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) 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 Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool)?
Lenth Wetland Dam (Lower Pool) has a dam height of 11 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.