Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control
Key Takeaway
Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,538 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04038 |
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
Little Sioux River Inter-County Drainage District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control?
Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control 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 Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control?
Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control is owned by Little Sioux River Inter-County Drainage District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control built?
Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Sioux River Bedgrade Control?
Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control?
Little Sioux River Bedgrade Control has a dam height of 8 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.