Monument Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Monument Road Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04081 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Robert Schlott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Monument Road Dam?
Monument Road Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Monument Road Dam?
Monument Road Dam is owned by Robert Schlott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monument Road Dam built?
Monument Road Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Monument Road Dam?
Monument Road 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 Monument Road Dam?
Monument Road Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Monument Road Dam last inspected?
Monument Road Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.