Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1)
Key Takeaway
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1) is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 94.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 860 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02471 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1)?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1) 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 (L-1)?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1) 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 (L-1) built?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1) was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 (L-1)?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1) serves the following purposes: Other. 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 (L-1)?
Lucas County Roadgrade Dam (L-1) has a dam height of 49 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.