Metro West Dam (Sw)
Key Takeaway
Metro West Dam (Sw) is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03227 |
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
Metro Waste Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Metro West Dam (Sw)?
Metro West Dam (Sw) 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 Metro West Dam (Sw)?
Metro West Dam (Sw) is owned by Metro Waste Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Metro West Dam (Sw) built?
Metro West Dam (Sw) was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Metro West Dam (Sw)?
Metro West Dam (Sw) serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Metro West Dam (Sw)?
Metro West Dam (Sw) has a dam height of 20 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.