Mc Broom Dam
Key Takeaway
Mc Broom Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 394 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00204 |
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
Keith McBroom
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mc Broom Dam?
Mc Broom 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 Mc Broom Dam?
Mc Broom Dam is owned by Keith McBroom (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mc Broom Dam built?
Mc Broom Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mc Broom Dam?
Mc Broom 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 Mc Broom Dam?
Mc Broom Dam has a dam height of 25 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.
When was Mc Broom Dam last inspected?
Mc Broom Dam was last inspected on May 12, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.