Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 92.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02723 |
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
Boy Scouts of America
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam?
Little Sioux Scout Ranch 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 Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam?
Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam is owned by Boy Scouts of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam built?
Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Scout Ranch Dam?
Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam?
Little Sioux Scout Ranch Dam 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.