Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam
Key Takeaway
Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 2.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 952 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03125 |
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
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam?
Mines of Spain Wetland Development 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 Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam?
Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam built?
Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam 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 Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam?
Mines of Spain Wetland Development 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 Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam?
Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam has a dam height of 11 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.