Millard Dam

Tr to Soap Creek· Davis, Iowa· Built 2002· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Private

Key Takeaway

Millard Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 63.3% in IA)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDIA03980

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 16, 2002
State Regulated: Yes

Ownership

Jerry Millard

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Millard Dam?

Millard 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 Millard Dam?

Millard Dam is owned by Jerry Millard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Millard Dam built?

Millard Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Millard Dam?

Millard Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Millard Dam?

Millard Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Millard Dam last inspected?

Millard Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.