Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1
Key Takeaway
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 92.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 568 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00826 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Muscatine County SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1?
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1?
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 is owned by Muscatine County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 built?
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1?
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1?
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 has a dam height of 46 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 Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 last inspected?
Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 was last inspected on June 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.