Meyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Meyer Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 418 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03938 |
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
Richard Meyer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meyer Dam?
Meyer 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 Meyer Dam?
Meyer Dam is owned by Richard Meyer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meyer Dam built?
Meyer Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Meyer Dam?
Meyer Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Meyer Dam?
Meyer Dam has a dam height of 27 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.