Myers Dam
Key Takeaway
Myers Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 8.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04285 |
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
Tony Myers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Myers Dam?
Myers 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 Myers Dam?
Myers Dam is owned by Tony Myers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Myers Dam built?
Myers Dam was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Myers Dam?
Myers 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 Myers Dam?
Myers Dam has a dam height of 21 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.