Matthew Brown
Key Takeaway
Matthew Brown is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 177 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2018 (8 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04303 |
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
Matthew Brown
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Matthew Brown?
Matthew Brown 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 Matthew Brown?
Matthew Brown is owned by Matthew Brown (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Matthew Brown built?
Matthew Brown was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Matthew Brown?
Matthew Brown serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Matthew Brown?
Matthew Brown has a dam height of 30 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.