Montie L Hammond Estate Dam
Key Takeaway
Montie L Hammond Estate Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04218 |
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
Monte Hammond
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Montie L Hammond Estate Dam?
Montie L Hammond Estate 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 Montie L Hammond Estate Dam?
Montie L Hammond Estate Dam is owned by Monte Hammond (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montie L Hammond Estate Dam built?
Montie L Hammond Estate Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Montie L Hammond Estate Dam?
Montie L Hammond Estate Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Montie L Hammond Estate Dam?
Montie L Hammond Estate Dam has a dam height of 30 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.