Mitch England Dam
Key Takeaway
Mitch England Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04252 |
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
Mitch England
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mitch England Dam?
Mitch England 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 Mitch England Dam?
Mitch England Dam is owned by Mitch England (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitch England Dam built?
Mitch England Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Mitch England Dam?
Mitch England 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 Mitch England Dam?
Mitch England 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.