Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21
Key Takeaway
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02890 |
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
Lucas County Board of Supervisors
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 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 Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 is owned by Lucas County Board of Supervisors (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 built?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam 14-71-21 has a dam height of 17 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.