Maxon Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Maxon Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01364 |
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
Albia Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maxon Reservoir Dam?
Maxon Reservoir 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 Maxon Reservoir Dam?
Maxon Reservoir Dam is owned by Albia Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maxon Reservoir Dam built?
Maxon Reservoir Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Maxon Reservoir Dam?
Maxon Reservoir 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 Maxon Reservoir Dam?
Maxon Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 34 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.