Mcintyre Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcintyre Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 432 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04197 |
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
Jeffrey McIntyre
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcintyre Dam?
Mcintyre 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 Mcintyre Dam?
Mcintyre Dam is owned by Jeffrey McIntyre (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcintyre Dam built?
Mcintyre Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Mcintyre Dam?
Mcintyre Dam 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 Mcintyre Dam?
Mcintyre Dam 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.