Little River Watershed Site 65-3
Key Takeaway
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 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 | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02128 |
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
Decatur County SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little River Watershed Site 65-3?
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 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 Little River Watershed Site 65-3?
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 is owned by Decatur County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River Watershed Site 65-3 built?
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Little River Watershed Site 65-3?
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little River Watershed Site 65-3?
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 has a dam height of 22 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 Little River Watershed Site 65-3 last inspected?
Little River Watershed Site 65-3 was last inspected on September 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.