Ls Mcmaster 4592
Key Takeaway
Ls Mcmaster 4592 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 63.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02767 |
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
Monona Co SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ls Mcmaster 4592?
Ls Mcmaster 4592 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 Ls Mcmaster 4592?
Ls Mcmaster 4592 is owned by Monona Co SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ls Mcmaster 4592 built?
Ls Mcmaster 4592 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Ls Mcmaster 4592?
Ls Mcmaster 4592 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ls Mcmaster 4592?
Ls Mcmaster 4592 has a dam height of 33 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.